8 point axle nut socket

[whitworth]

Where can I purchase the 2-3/16" 8 point axle nut socket for a late BN1 car?

 

[Randy Forbes]

Are you any good with making tools?

I had bought one for the BN2-BJ8 axle, but wound up passing it on, preferring the robustness of the one I made. Besides, due to long delivery time, I had made mine and used it before the other one arrived.

 

[whitworth]

Thanks, I had a similar concept with four large dowel pins. Before I retired I had access to a nice model shop, now it's hacksaw & file time. Anyway I was fortunate to find one locally.

 

[steveg]

The usual suppliers sell this wrench, though not the same design. Healey Surgeons, Hemphills & British Car Specialists.

 

[MarkA]

I bought the socket from BCS and never had any problems.

 

[tahoe healey]

Check with the local clubs. This is an expensive $45.00 US thing to be used every 10 or 20 years. I have loaned mine out. Shipping will also kill you so ask around.