 Need help removing a strip axle nut, anyone with this problem got it solved? |
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 Oct 28, 2011 - 2:53 PM
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Enthusiast  Joined Dec 29, '05 From So-Cal Currently Offline Reputation: 12 (100%)  |
i have stripped my damn axle nut and can't get it off...tried pb, wd40, breaker bar and now even an impact wrench at 345ft-lb and it still won't turn....it is on the passenger side and now with all those method, the nut is completely destroyed. im so at a lost right now...any ideas i can get this piece of crap off without having to cut the axle or mess up the threads on the axle spindle?
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Oct 28, 2011 - 3:01 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Mar 22, '07 From Houston, TX Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
if you have access to a welder, weld on the socket, itll allow you to really torque on that thing with a long breaker bar and/or a VERY long pipe.
NO JOKE i used a 20ft piece of pipe to break one... and it still took a lot of effort -------------------- QUOTE "And, as always, your friendship, help, and dedication to the advancement of Texas Celica dominance is GREATLY appreciated. Thanks bro." -DEATH 1994 GT: V6 swap, 5speed E53 W/ LSD, All Power, now RED 1995 ST: SOLD @273k miles, Auto, all power, CarPC, White 1994 ST: Totaled, 5spd, all power, Red RIP 07/09/09 @ 241,810 1994 Lexus LS400: This is my new DD |
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Oct 28, 2011 - 3:02 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 29, '05 From So-Cal Currently Offline Reputation: 12 (100%) |
problem is, i can't use the socket anymore because it is so damn stripped...wish i could just drive it to the mechanic shop, but my tires are blown and i needed to remove it so i can change the wheel bearing; breaker bar isn't good if i can't even put a socket on to grip it...they don't make big size nut removers in size 32mm. 32mm just spins freely on the nut and as i down grade to 30mm, it is too small...went standard 1-1/4 and still too big. went with 1-1/8 and that is too small still, im going CRAZY. spent 3-4 days now
This post has been edited by chacha: Oct 28, 2011 - 3:05 PM |
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Oct 28, 2011 - 3:04 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 22, '07 From Houston, TX Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
hint: dont put the socket on the nut the whole way to when you weld it. barely put it on the nut, and run a fat bead between the socket and nut.
i mean it doesnt really matter if it goes on or not. as long as its pretty centered on the bolts and you get a good weld between the two. -------------------- QUOTE "And, as always, your friendship, help, and dedication to the advancement of Texas Celica dominance is GREATLY appreciated. Thanks bro." -DEATH 1994 GT: V6 swap, 5speed E53 W/ LSD, All Power, now RED 1995 ST: SOLD @273k miles, Auto, all power, CarPC, White 1994 ST: Totaled, 5spd, all power, Red RIP 07/09/09 @ 241,810 1994 Lexus LS400: This is my new DD |
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Oct 28, 2011 - 3:06 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 29, '05 From So-Cal Currently Offline Reputation: 12 (100%) |
damn...wish i could do that, but i don't have any access to a welding tool or a welder. Do you think I can cut it...it looks like soft metal...the nut is from an aftermarket axle found in any kragen or autozone store. i don't mind breaking the nut as i have spares, but i don't want to damage the thread since it is still good.
This post has been edited by chacha: Oct 28, 2011 - 3:08 PM |
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Oct 28, 2011 - 3:14 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 22, '07 From Houston, TX Currently Offline Reputation: 4 (100%) |
theres really no other wway i know of to get it off without damaging the axle
-------------------- QUOTE "And, as always, your friendship, help, and dedication to the advancement of Texas Celica dominance is GREATLY appreciated. Thanks bro." -DEATH 1994 GT: V6 swap, 5speed E53 W/ LSD, All Power, now RED 1995 ST: SOLD @273k miles, Auto, all power, CarPC, White 1994 ST: Totaled, 5spd, all power, Red RIP 07/09/09 @ 241,810 1994 Lexus LS400: This is my new DD |
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Oct 28, 2011 - 3:39 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined May 15, '09 From yonkers, NY Currently Offline Reputation: 8 (100%) |
You could (i have seen it done and have done it at a autoshop but at your own risk) use a VERY heavy duty center punch and a heavy hammer angle the center punch from the top towards the loosening side and wack it it done right with enough force will loosen it a lil then keep wacking it till it spins although don't do it straight into the axel don't know how to explain it very well.
http://www.dansmc.com/stripbolt.htm This post has been edited by spy00005: Oct 28, 2011 - 3:40 PM -------------------- *Thing i want for my car(i wish i had money)*
-light blue tint (next step will do this right after i get my paint job) WTB Reasonably priced Projectors just Lows |
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Oct 28, 2011 - 3:52 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined May 10, '10 From MA Currently Offline Reputation: 37 (100%) |
I couldn't get mine off when I was doing my swap so I said f*ck it and just swapped the hubs with my parts car lol
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Oct 28, 2011 - 3:59 PM
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Enthusiast Joined May 15, '09 From yonkers, NY Currently Offline Reputation: 8 (100%) |
ahhh ms paint this is what i mean
gonna need a HEAVY HAMMER and a strong punch tool also make sure the car is on jack stands properly!!!  ALSO I DID SAY AT YOUR OWN RISK This post has been edited by spy00005: Oct 28, 2011 - 4:03 PM -------------------- *Thing i want for my car(i wish i had money)*
-light blue tint (next step will do this right after i get my paint job) WTB Reasonably priced Projectors just Lows |
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Oct 28, 2011 - 4:08 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 29, '05 From So-Cal Currently Offline Reputation: 12 (100%) |
thank you for all those response...with it being in the front of the car, it's the hub that has the loop protruding outwards that makes it hard for me to get any room to hit it with. back to point A.
worst of the worst case scenarios, ill have to cut that axle and get a new axle, which im trying to avoid at all cost. just got this axle this summer. don't know if lifetime warranty will cover intentional sawing through the axle. This post has been edited by chacha: Oct 28, 2011 - 4:10 PM |
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Oct 28, 2011 - 5:41 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jan 17, '08 From JB MDL, NJ Currently Offline Reputation: 30 (100%) |
I had a similar issue, although the nut was not on the axle. I used a die grinder (but im sure that any decent rotatory tool will suffice), but I pretty much cut it off very carefully, as it got close to the threads I used a flathead to break apart the nut.
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Oct 28, 2011 - 7:01 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 29, '05 From So-Cal Currently Offline Reputation: 12 (100%) |
thanks, im about had it with the nut...im gonna try to take it to a shop and have them break it in.
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Oct 28, 2011 - 9:00 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Dec 29, '05 From So-Cal Currently Offline Reputation: 12 (100%) |
QUOTE (spy00005 @ Oct 28, 2011 - 4:59 PM)  ahhh ms paint this is what i mean gonna need a HEAVY HAMMER and a strong punch tool also make sure the car is on jack stands properly!!! ALSO I DID SAY AT YOUR OWN RISK 2 more hours of not giving up and sweaty and salty water running down my face...i chizzled that BITC* till it finally turned...thanks for the motivational pic & talk my fellow 6gc members!! I FINALLY got it... This post has been edited by chacha: Oct 28, 2011 - 9:01 PM |
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Oct 28, 2011 - 9:03 PM
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Enthusiast Joined May 15, '09 From yonkers, NY Currently Offline Reputation: 8 (100%) |
-------------------- *Thing i want for my car(i wish i had money)*
-light blue tint (next step will do this right after i get my paint job) WTB Reasonably priced Projectors just Lows |
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