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BAD FRONT BEARING-HUB NUT SIZE?

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Old 05-10-2008, 08:03 AM
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I have to change the front hub due to a bad bearing but before I tear into it I would like to know the nut size so I can go buy the correct size and need to know if I need a deep wall socket for this nut? Anyone have this info? THX.
 
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Old 05-10-2008, 11:42 AM
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I used a 1&7/16 inch socket when I did mine b/c I could not find the correct metric size. It worked fine and I think you had to go to 200 ft/lbs too
 
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Old 05-10-2008, 12:48 PM
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Yep, 1 13/32" or 36mm and I need to replace the nut with a new one as they are not reuseable, have to get one from Ford. Thanks!
 
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Old 05-11-2008, 11:41 AM
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If the nut isn't anything special, just go to your local hardware store to get the right grade/size hardware. Believe me, Ford will rape you for the cost of something simple like that.
 
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Old 05-11-2008, 01:13 PM
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$10. from an old thread, special clip to stop it from backing off. Worth beingsafe even if it has gone to $15.! I'll post the cost! THX.
 
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Old 05-12-2008, 08:40 AM
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Well I said this since when I installed my MM RLCA, I figure I'd be **** and but new nuts and bolts for it. I paid $20 for 4 nuts and bolts. If I went to the hardware store, the same grade hardware probably would have been 1/2 the cost. This isn't a matter of safety since the bolts are the same grade, but cost. However, if it's something special (like has a tab in it or something), then you have to go to Ford.
 
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Old 05-12-2008, 10:18 AM
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the front hub nut is unique and can't be sourced from a hardware store
 
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Old 05-12-2008, 06:20 PM
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Yeah, hey have a built in washer and cap to prevent it backing off? I used the old one, parts guy said they do it all the time.
www.tousleyford.com sells OEM parts for 10% over cost, ask for Steve and mention the forums. I have saved 50% on some parts such as an emissions switch, $50. local and $25. from Steve and shipping was about what the tax would have been. THX All, Mark
 
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