Axle nut tool? Newbie alert

[pcf_mark]

My first four wheel drive vehicle I worked on so please be kind...

What is(are) the special socket(s) to remove the spindle? I am doing my Chevy disc brake conversion this weekend and looking into the spindle would lead me to beleive there is something special to remove that nut. Can I use the same tool to remove the Dana 30 nuts to also install the Chevy spindles?

Thanks

 

[ObscureMachine]

Not sure about compatibility, but when you get one, get the one that has a lip that fits over the spindle nut. The other one slips. Try to get one like this:

 

[Scoop]

There also is a special tool to remove the spindle if it's stuck on real tight. But I've always had luck with a block of wood and hammer and a big screw driver. They may be stubborn but they will eventually come off.

 

[thegreatjustino]

x2 on the one with the lip as pictured. I have one without a lip and it slips off like crazy.

The socket will work on all Dana axles, doesn't matter if they are chevy, ford, or other brand - all made by Dana.

 

[pcf_mark]

Thanks fellas! One socket for all Dana sounds convenient now to find one...

 

[DirtDonk]

The socket will work on all Dana axles, doesn't matter if they are chevy, ford, or other brand - all made by Dana.

There's a qualification on that. Most Jeeps use a different setup, and Dana 60's and such use a larger one of course, but for your purposes, like they said, that one wrench should fit for you.

Paul

 

[rockingm82]

Most of the vendors here can hook you up with that socket!

 

[rcmbronc]

Most auto parts stores will also have the socket.