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MGBGT_noob

MGBGT_noob

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What size socket do I need to remove the nut that holds the hub onto the axle shaft of an MGB tube axle?

I need to swap my wire wire wheel hubs for steel wheel types. I plan to use 6" alloy wheels, and many have suggested I use a wire wheel axle to give extra clearance.
 
I think that's correct. I recently used a 1-3/8" socket (didn't have a 1-5/15" handy) and it fit a little loosely but worked fine.
 
Also a real impact socket will probably not work. You need a thin wall socket to get the wire wheel hub off. Sears will probably have what you need. I have a thin wall and a impact socket and only one will work! 1-5/16 sounds correct for the size. Bob
 
Remember that driver side is reverse threaded--turn clockwise to loosen.
 
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