Spindle Nut Size?
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Spindle Nut Size?
I'm going to be replacing my front rotors....
I was wondering what size socket I'm going to need to remove the spindle nuts?
I found a post that said it was a 36mm? But wanted to verify this.
Thanks.
I was wondering what size socket I'm going to need to remove the spindle nuts?
I found a post that said it was a 36mm? But wanted to verify this.
Thanks.
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Yes, 2WD vs 4WD makes a very big difference on these trucks. Speaking from experience, on the 2WD models (which is what I have) the rotor, hub, and bearing are all one non-serviceable part. Thus the reason that the rotors for the 2WD's are sooooo expensive, $150-$250 EACH!
And yes, the correct size is 36mm, and it must be a deep socket. Best bet is to use an impact socket. Also note that Ford requires new spindle nuts every time you remove them. They cannot (well, SHOULD not) be re-used (they're even stamped "DO NOT REUSE"). They run $20-$50 depending on where you get them ($55 from the dealerships). And they need to be torqued to 295 lb/ft. You'll need a heavy-duty torque wrench to go that high... Procedure is to tighten spindle nut to 295 lb/ft, rotate counter-clockwise 5 times, then re-check torque.
Oh yeah, you'll also need 2 new cotter pins to hold on the castle nut which goes over the spindle nut.
And yes, the correct size is 36mm, and it must be a deep socket. Best bet is to use an impact socket. Also note that Ford requires new spindle nuts every time you remove them. They cannot (well, SHOULD not) be re-used (they're even stamped "DO NOT REUSE"). They run $20-$50 depending on where you get them ($55 from the dealerships). And they need to be torqued to 295 lb/ft. You'll need a heavy-duty torque wrench to go that high... Procedure is to tighten spindle nut to 295 lb/ft, rotate counter-clockwise 5 times, then re-check torque.
Oh yeah, you'll also need 2 new cotter pins to hold on the castle nut which goes over the spindle nut.
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