SLK50
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A hook-type spanner applied correctly will give you the same result as a nut socket if you have one to properly fit the castellated nut. See discussion on previous page. (Spanner type has to make a 90° angle with the torque wrench. Obviously doesn't matter for socket)Can a steering nut socket be used for this rather than the special scanner tool? Or is it required that the scanner tool be used?
You did a nice job on that. Even two (opposing) teeth would be enough given the relatively low torque. I thought about going to the tapered roller bearings but I have only once had a headshake situation and that was a bad front tire. (450,000 FJR kilometers) Maybe if I have to replace the current set due to wear or Brinelling.I made my own castle nut driver out of a 36 mm deep impact socket. I used a Dremel spinning a cutoff wheel. I couldn't find the appropriate spanner tool; and it was wintertime... I don't like the rubber band lock nut setup they use. I think next winter I'll convert to Roller Bearings. I have the faint frontend deceleration wobble too.
Pete-o
So yesterday I decided to do my 600 mile steering head re-torque only to find out that the socket I bought from Ebay, which they claimed was for the FJR - didn't fit. So I decided to just order the recommended wrench from Amazon and as it turns out it's out of stock. So I guess I'll have to do the procedure at a later date when I can either get my hands on the right socket or wrench - can't bear to take it to a dealer for this. I may try to make one from a deep socket like the one Pete-o made, but not sure how much work that would entail. Any other ideas?
I bought mine from hereIt doesn't address the socket because that's a DIY innovation that someone in the forums was making and selling.
That would be awsome. What's the best way for me to get you what you need please?i have a spanner you can have for free, just pay postage.
I live just north of Oconomowoc, WI - about 20 miles west of Milwaukee.As RossKean pointed out two opposing teeth would do, and much easier to make. Bring your top nut to a good auto parts store, maybe you'll get lucky... Where do you call home?
Pete-o
Use the Private Messaging system. Click on envelope on top right of browser pageOkay so how do I get that to you and get you my address? I’m kind of new to the forum and don’t know if I just give you my email on the forum or what the rules are for this.
Okay so how do I get that to you and get you my address? I’m kind of new to the forum and don’t know if I just give you my email on the forum or what the rules are for this.
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