| Re: Pitman arm nut removal [message #301118 is a reply to message #301115] |
Wed, 25 May 2016 23:48   |
Bullitthead
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Registered: November 2013
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Northern tool has the large wrenches for a decent price. If you get a combination (open-end and box)wrench you can increase your leverage with another large combo wrench as long as you can get the box end on the pitman nut. It will also help your steering wheel lock and your resultant torque if you have someone hold the steering wheel while you twist that nut.
I do not recommend using the impact anywhere on the steering shaft when the system is connected to the steering wheel and those CV-type joints and especially the slip joints. They(steering shaft assemblies and steering gears)will withstand all the torque you can put on them by hand, but the hammering of the impact can get absorbed by those joints and internal parts which can be detrimental to their continued functionality.
Terry Kelpien
ASE Master Technician
73 Glacier 260
Smithfield, Va.
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