What size spindle nut socket??

[smith45acp]

I've searched and searched, and asked the experts at my local autozone and I cannot determine what size of pronged spindle nut socket to use on my axles.

87 Jimmy with factory 10 bolt front axle and warn manual hubs.

Autozone had several on the shelf but their largest 6 prong was too small at 2-3/5" (weird measurement)

I am stuck at a relatively simple bearing swap because I don't know what size tool to ask for when I'm calling around

I THINK I'm looking for a 2-5/8" but I'd love it if someone could confirm

 

[Amtek]

I dont know the size, but its a 4 prong socket, look for one that says for Dana 44/Half ton fords. It it has a wider diameter at the bottom end and the prongs are on the inside of the ring. Dana 44 and GM 10 bolts use the same spindle nuts.

 

[scottsdale86]

You may not even need a tool if you have this set up http://coloradok5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=285420&highlight=spindle+nut
Find the slot in the nut that looks like it has threads in it. Thread in a small 4-40 screw and then grab with pliers and pull out the key. Then remove the nut with a couple of light taps with a screwdriver and mallet. Read my thread.

 

[dremu]

As in the other thread, most D44/10b's have a four-pin nut.

Apparently some 10b's use a six-pin which is a weird size, but have the aforementioned key with a threaded hole. The theory then was that this was a CUCV thing, i.e. the military Blazer, but if yours is civvy, it may just be that some are different, thank you GM.

-- A

 

[dremu]

the experts at my local autozone

Oh, and you must have different Autozones than we have

-- A