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Racing Discussion => Racing Discussion => Topic started by: 1fastmofo on August 24, 2004, 07:38:52 AM

Title: 636 Front Axle removal
Post by: 1fastmofo on August 24, 2004, 07:38:52 AM
Guys,

Any ideas or suggestions on what to use to remove the front axle on a 636? I've heard of people using the head of a bolt and 2 nuts (insert joke here) instead of buying the hex tools. I went to Home Depot to try and do this, but couldn't find the right size. Anyone successfully do this or have another method that works for them?

Thanks,
Ray
Title: Re: 636 Front Axle removal
Post by: RidgeRider on August 24, 2004, 08:32:33 AM
I use one of the sparkplug removal sockets in my craftsman set.  I don't remember which size it is but one of them fits in there perfectly.  Just turn it around, stick a 3/8" extension in it backwards and have at it...
Title: Re: 636 Front Axle removal
Post by: WebCrush on September 05, 2004, 05:27:35 PM
you CAN buy the hex tool for $15, ya cheap bastard.

but then again, i didn't either, just purchased a bolt, but two nuts on it, and cut off the end.

I think the size of the bolt head and nuts were 24mm.  I can't remember what size bolt that equated to, but M16 rings a bell.
Title: Re: 636 Front Axle removal
Post by: 1fastmofo on September 07, 2004, 11:27:13 AM
Yeah yeah,

I know, I'm cheap. You already know I'm race prepping the new 636 for next year. I went ahead and ordered the adapter from LP.

Hey it was good to see you again. Sorry Mary didn't make it this weekend.

Ray
Title: Re: 636 Front Axle removal
Post by: davegsxrold929r on September 10, 2004, 06:39:10 AM
hmm a 636 you say....  ;)
Title: Re: 636 Front Axle removal
Post by: 1fastmofo on September 10, 2004, 07:00:24 AM
Yes Dave,

I'm retiring the F2. Well, not retiring... selling. :)