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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 01:30 AM
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What size is the spindle nut on a '96? I took my calipers and it measures out to 1 7/16" socket, or is it metric?

Please help I am replacing my hub and bearing assembly and this is the last part to come off. My socket set stops at 1 1/4" and I don't want to buy an assortment.


Thank you in advance
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 03:55 AM
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Default Re: Help - Spindle Nut size on a 96 (ProfMLB)

The spindle nut is metric, 36 mm. At least it is on my 86 and I belive it's the same on all C4's.

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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 04:24 AM
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I just replaced a broken axle on my 95. The nut is not on very tight, it came off no problem with a pair of Channel-locks.:)
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 11:20 AM
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My 93 is a 36MM also, good luck Jim
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 04:11 PM
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Thanks, you guys are the greatest! I am off to buy a 36mm - 3/4 inch socket!
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 04:47 PM
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Default Re: Help - Spindle Nut size on a 96 (ProfMLB)

Hat they said, 36mm, and it is supposed to be torqued to some ungodly 240ft/lb or something close to that.
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Old Apr 16, 2002 | 10:48 PM
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Default Re: Help - Spindle Nut size on a 96 (Vette92)

torque for 86 was 166 ftlbs
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