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Jun 21, 2002 | 06:33 PM

okinawa86vette

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rear hub nut size

What is the correct size for that big nut that holds the rear hub onto the half shaft?

Jun 21, 2002 | 06:37 PM

ToniH

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Re: rear hub nut size (okinawa86vette)

I dunno but you need a 36mm socket to open it ;)

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Jun 21, 2002 | 06:41 PM

VetteNoob

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Re: rear hub nut size (okinawa86vette)

Id say about 6'3" 250lbs and dumb as a rock to be convinced into holding it while you drive :D

Sorry man, couldnt resist. You can get me back for that one in a few weeks. :cheers:

Jun 22, 2002 | 08:53 AM

okinawa86vette

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Re: rear hub nut size (VetteNoob)

We'll see about getting you back. You still owe me a beer.

Jun 22, 2002 | 08:55 AM

okinawa86vette

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Re: rear hub nut size (ToniH)

Thank you Toni, but you're sure it's 36mm? I can't remember what I used when I swapped rear ends. I don't want to spend 15 or 20 buks on a socket to have it the wrong size.

Thanks

Jun 22, 2002 | 12:40 PM

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Re: rear hub nut size (okinawa86vette)

I am pretty sure but for some reason I now cannot find the confirmation in my shop manual..

Well, I did buy a new rear wheel bearing a month ago (didn't install it yet), I found the info back then and I went and bought a 36mm socket (verified this at my toolbox). So I believe my memory is correct. But, sorry if I can't be of more help.

Maybe someone else can confirm this?

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Jun 22, 2002 | 12:42 PM

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Re: rear hub nut size (okinawa86vette)

On my '92, it's 36mm.

Jun 22, 2002 | 01:01 PM

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36mm on my '87 also. You can rent a 36mm socket from Autozone (if you have one) for $15 from their rent-a-tool program and return it getting all your money back.