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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 03:58 PM
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Year: 1990
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im in the process of replacing the font axel u joint on the drivers side and i cant get the hub nut off frist what direction does this nut turn and second whats the best way to keep the axel from turning
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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 04:26 PM
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the nut turns counter clock wise and use a big screw driver between the ears of the axle let it come in contact with the outer c s of the axle
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Old Apr 1, 2011 | 07:12 PM
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I use a 2 ft breaker bar with a 5 ft pipe.Its cranked on at like 175lbs.Leave the tire on the ground when you back it off
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