Axle Nut Wrenches

[offroadchev]

I know it isnt the correct toll but... I had a couple of axle nut wrenches made by a local machine shop really cheap. Next Im going to draw up a compressor wrech and have a couple cut as well. PM me if you like wut you see and would like one.

 

[offroadchev]

Oh yeah the knotches on the end is for the retaining clip on the brake shoes.

 

[DanMartin]

The axle nuts need to be torqued to a specific tightness....that's why I just bought a 3" socket from NAPA, so I could use my torque wrench when re-installing the nut and getting the proper pre-load on the bearings.

Not sure how you do that with this style of axle nut wrench.

 

[dm22630]

The axle nuts need to be torqued to a specific tightness....that's why I just bought a 3" socket from NAPA, so I could use my torque wrench when re-installing the nut and getting the proper pre-load on the bearings.

Not sure how you do that with this style of axle nut wrench.

They are? The 3" socket I have uses a regular 1/2" ratchet & I just tightened by feel. How many lbs of torque should I have used?

 

[offroadchev]

I am aware of the torque requirement. However $10 is a good price compared to the price for a 3" socket. You should see the original wrench i made. Hand cut with torches. It worked but didnt look nice. I started by using a C clamp to remove them. I am of the school of thought "If you dont have it make it".

 

[KsM715]

$10 is a good price compared to the price for a 3" socket..

I'd rather build than buy also but how does that compare to the damage done from a smoked wheel bearing?

 

[DanMartin]

These sell for about $35-40 at NAPA, and I've seen some as low as $20 (can't find the OTC number for the 3" though).

Here's the link for the NAPA one that I have:

Spindle Lock Nut Socket, Truck; 3" Octagon

The NAPA part number is SER2445. I think I got mine for a few bucks less than on the link above, and they had it in-stock.

 

[Recovry4x4]

I bought mine, an OTC for $10 new from a surplus dealer.

 

[m16ty]

The TM says adjust by feel then back off 1/8 turn. There are no torque specs that I found in the 209-20. Does the 361 series list a torque spec?

 

[Firefighter294]

The TM says adjust by feel then back off 1/8 turn. There are no torque specs that I found in the 209-20. Does the 361 series list a torque spec?

TM 9-2320-361-20
Page 9-11


1. Bend tabs back on adjusting nut washer (2) and remove outer adjusting nut (1) and washer (2).
2. Turn wheel, tighten inner adjusting nut (3) 50 lb-ft (68 NŽm), then back off nut (3) 1/16 to 1/4 turn.
3. Install adjusting nut washer (2) and outer adjusting nut (1). Tighten nut (1) 100-200 lb-ft
(136-272 NŽm).
4. Bend tabs on adjusting nut washer (2) down, over inner and outer adjusting nuts (3) and (1).

 

[WillWagner]

TM9-2320-209-20-3-2, page 14-9, frame 4,

FRAME 4
1 . P u t o n a d j u s t i n g n u t , l o c k w a s h e r ( 1 ) .
2 . U s i n g w h e e l b e a r i n g n u t w r e n c h a n d s o c k e t h a n d l e , s c r e w o n l o c k n u t ( 2 ) .
U s i n g t o r q u e w r e n c h , t i g h t e n l o c k n u t t o 1 0 0 t o 1 5 0 p o u n d - f e e t .
3 . U s i n g h a m m e r a n d p u n c h , b e n d t a b s o f a d j u s t i n g n u t l o c k w a s h e r ( 1 ) o v e r
b o t h a d j u s t i n g n u t ( 3 ) a n d l o c k n u t ( 2 ) .
GO TO FRAME 5​

 

[Lex_Ordo]

These sell for about $35-40 at NAPA, and I've seen some as low as $20 (can't find the OTC number for the 3" though).

Here's the link for the NAPA one that I have:

Spindle Lock Nut Socket, Truck; 3" Octagon

The NAPA part number is SER2445. I think I got mine for a few bucks less than on the link above, and they had it in-stock.

Try this link...
Wheel Locknut Sockets 1907 - Truck Wheel Bearing Locknut 8pt Socket 3"

 

[m16ty]

TM9-2320-209-20-3-2, page 14-9, frame 4,

FRAME 4
1 . P u t o n a d j u s t i n g n u t , l o c k w a s h e r ( 1 ) .
2 . U s i n g w h e e l b e a r i n g n u t w r e n c h a n d s o c k e t h a n d l e , s c r e w o n l o c k n u t ( 2 ) .
U s i n g t o r q u e w r e n c h , t i g h t e n l o c k n u t t o 1 0 0 t o 1 5 0 p o u n d - f e e t .
3 . U s i n g h a m m e r a n d p u n c h , b e n d t a b s o f a d j u s t i n g n u t l o c k w a s h e r ( 1 ) o v e r
b o t h a d j u s t i n g n u t ( 3 ) a n d l o c k n u t ( 2 ) .
GO TO FRAME 5​

Ok, you made a liar out of me . I remember that now. Guess I was thinking about the adjusting nut.

The adjusting nut adjustment is what will cause bearing problems if not set right.

 

[WillWagner]

No, no, not trying to do that, just hoped you didin't miss that tidbit, it could lead to not so good things happening! It is very easy to miss things in the PDF style TM's. That is why I am collecting paper now

 

[papercu]

It is very easy to miss things in the PDF style TM's.

What am I missing? Is there something in the paper copy that will come up and smack you if you miss it? The .pdf copies are the greatest things since grits. Wayne

 

[WillWagner]

I just find that on-line and PDF style things are tougher to find things in and follow procedures with. I've worked with both...now the electronic versions 99% 'cause that's what Cummins likes...and the paper is better IMHO.

 

[papercu]

and the paper is better

printer is always on standby.