tools needed
#1
tools needed
ok, so either later this week or early next week I may get out to the pull a part to search for some 5 lug spindles and maybe some ranger axles for the back.
what tools, size wrenches etc. do I need to get the front spindles apart?
I assume I need a torx bit for the brake calipers and a lug wrench obviously if the car has wheels on it. what else would I need? brake fitting wrench?
I may snag the calipers if they appear to be in good shape, should I take the soft brake lines?
what do I need to get the axles out of a ranger/aerostar? which side do I take?
thanks guys
what tools, size wrenches etc. do I need to get the front spindles apart?
I assume I need a torx bit for the brake calipers and a lug wrench obviously if the car has wheels on it. what else would I need? brake fitting wrench?
I may snag the calipers if they appear to be in good shape, should I take the soft brake lines?
what do I need to get the axles out of a ranger/aerostar? which side do I take?
thanks guys
#2
If it were me, I'd save myself the hassle of trying to muscle everything off. Pay the extra bit and have them take it apart, if they offer that.
Unless you have a portable torch setup to heat up the guaranteed-to-be-stuck bolts, go for it.
Unless you have a portable torch setup to heat up the guaranteed-to-be-stuck bolts, go for it.
#5
#6
You will need a 15/16 wrench for the ball joint nut. They are a PITA to break loose so be ready to hold the spindle while you try and break it loose.
Yes take the soft lines too. I believe it was either a 10mm or a 5/16 for the lines. I usually take an aray of wrenches just in case.
Yes take the soft lines too. I believe it was either a 10mm or a 5/16 for the lines. I usually take an aray of wrenches just in case.
#7
thanks guys. last time i was at that yard there was a few sn95s lying around with complete front ends. but that was when i wrecked mine and was looking for parts, so i had bigger fish to fry at the time
#8
I just bring my 145pc Craftsman tool kit when ever I go to the yard and it always has everything i need. i also use the same kit for my car. its rare that i need something outside the kit (like specialty tools). it was like $180 or something at sears and well worth the investment.
#9
gotcha, yeah i have one of those sets too, i love it. my grandpa has a pickle fork i can use too so i gots them covered, i just wanted to go in with a little as possible, those crappy carts they have suuucckk on the gravel
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