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Sporttunergtv6 · Post by **Sporttunergtv6** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 1:11 pm

Hey guys could somebody verify for me the size of the crankshaft nut? Is it 40mm and will your average 1 5/8" socket fit?

slyalfa · Post by **slyalfa** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 4:02 pm

I have a super cheap SAE set I use and never have had a problem with the mondo big nuts like that. there is so much surface you can not strip it. it is also handy when you want to turn the crank some. I also use the big sockits to remove and install bushings(with some thread-all and a few washers) and to install shaft seals.

I think it cost me $30 or so at ACE like 15 years ago. I have used that big set for a lot of stuff.
this looks like thse same set I have but metric http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/d ... umber=5494

MR2 Zig · Post by **MR2 Zig** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 4:35 pm

40mm and 1-5/8 in are in fact the same size for wrench purposes.

hth
Scott

Barry · Post by **Barry** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 8:23 pm

41mm.An old 3 cylinder Diahatsu Charade crank tool will also work.

MR2 Zig · Post by **MR2 Zig** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 9:55 pm

one day my mind will remember ..... what, i don't know

Sporttunergtv6 · Post by **Sporttunergtv6** » Wed Jul 04, 2007 5:37 am

ok well that socket should be here in a few days... now how about the tool for inserting the front oil ring for the crankshaft behind the front cover? is that some big stupid socket like the rear wheel bearing tool!?
thanks,
v

x-rad · Post by **x-rad** » Thu Jul 05, 2007 5:07 pm

Piece of pvc pipe same diameter...a board...and a hammer

crankshaft nut size