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Front axle socket size.

I recently bought a bunch of large sockets at a auction for 16 bucks , in the event I would like to do brakes and bearings on the bus.
As you can see from the picture I have a bunch so for u guys that have had your front ends apart can you give me a idea what size the outer and inner nut size is? Thanks Andy

Andy & Eileen
MONTROSE COLORADO
1992 U300  40' 6V92 TA
2016 4 Runner
1998 Jeep Grand cherokee

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee) Build # 4135 Skp# 122921

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #1 –
The outer is 1 1/2" and the inner is a 3/4 square. Looks like yours are all too big. You might have the rear end axle nut socket Dave or Bob could tell you. That is the wheel size nut. If you mean axle nut on the front, that I don't know but both nuts are the same size.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #2 –
Yeah Iam looking for the axle nuts size so I can pull the bearings inner and outer.
Andy & Eileen
MONTROSE COLORADO
1992 U300  40' 6V92 TA
2016 4 Runner
1998 Jeep Grand cherokee

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee) Build # 4135 Skp# 122921

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #3 –
You really don't need a socket for the front. Channel locks work fine. Don't want to go into the issue of pre-load, and clearance as the last time the thread went on for weeks.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #4 –
Just measure across the nut. Some are 2 1/4 and some are 2 1/2. Really need to pull the stemco cover and measure to be sure. Install with a new gasket and refill.
previous 1984 35 ft ORED 250 HP 3208 Cat       
previous 1998 40 ft U295 CAI 325 hp Cummins
previous 2003 40 Ft u320 build #6140 450 Cummins M11.                                                         
1999 Mazda Miata
Ron, Nancy, Tipper the cat, Max The dog
1997 U 270 36 ft build number 5174 8.3 Cummins

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #5 –
Andy,
One of those open back sockets looks like the stuff I used to use when I was in a rate shop.
To answer your question, the axle nut size is in the 31/2 to 4" as I remember. Those open back sockets look like they should have something that'll fit the job, they are basically a hand driven socket.
I'm sure everyone has their own approved method of setting the nut when you put it all back together so I'll not bother telling you how I always did it.
Mick
88 Grand Villa 36' ORED 3208 (throwaway)Cat.
 Build # 3150
Happiness is the maximum agreement of reality and desire.

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #6 –
I was talking about the front wheel bearing nuts. The rear axle nuts are much larger like the 3 1/2-4 inch size. You don't need to take the rotors off to do the brakes on these coaches unless a caliper sticks and burns up the rotor.
previous 1984 35 ft ORED 250 HP 3208 Cat       
previous 1998 40 ft U295 CAI 325 hp Cummins
previous 2003 40 Ft u320 build #6140 450 Cummins M11.                                                         
1999 Mazda Miata
Ron, Nancy, Tipper the cat, Max The dog
1997 U 270 36 ft build number 5174 8.3 Cummins

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #7 –
Could be I was thinking of semi trailer axles after all it was 40 years ago ?
88 Grand Villa 36' ORED 3208 (throwaway)Cat.
 Build # 3150
Happiness is the maximum agreement of reality and desire.

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #8 –
Just for a little laugh, I hope you don't need this set ! :D

Snap-on Store(2-1-2%22)/11-pc-2-1-2%22-Drive-6-Point-SAE-Flank-Drive-Shallow-Impact-Socket-Set-(6-3%2F4-8%22)/711IM
Mark & Bev
2001 U295 36' Slide
Cummins ISC 8.3 350HP
Build #5802
Jeep Wrangler Toad

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #9 –
Couldn't get the link to work, here's a pic, I know Snap On ain't cheap, but wow.......
Mark & Bev
2001 U295 36' Slide
Cummins ISC 8.3 350HP
Build #5802
Jeep Wrangler Toad

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #10 –
I can see those robbers charging $498.48 they're very proud of their tools me I'm not convinced of their superiority.
88 Grand Villa 36' ORED 3208 (throwaway)Cat.
 Build # 3150
Happiness is the maximum agreement of reality and desire.

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #11 –
Quote from: MarkC –
Couldn't get the link to work, here's a pic, I know Snap On ain't cheap, but wow.......
SnapOn's real business is lending money to people who need GOOD hand tools and people that like good tools.
Tim Dianics
Pam Sapienza
Vader PupZilla Labrador Canine Beast (AKA Pup)
Columbia, MO
1996 U320 4000
2021 Jeep Gladiator, Diesel

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #12 –
The ad is for 2 1/2 inch drive and 6 3/4" to 8" never even heard of 2 1/2 inch drive impact. If it exists it is for some kind of manufacturing.
1999 40 ft. U-320 wtfe build 5563 Chuck & Lynda's "Rollin' Inn"  2030 watts solar
prev. mh's 71 GMC 5 yrs. 73 Pace Setter 1 yr. 78 Vogue 5 yrs 81 FTX 40ft all electric 18 yrs. 1996 Monaco Signature 3 yrs.
2014 Grand Cherokee Overland
Dream as if you will live forever. Live as if you will die today.  James Dean

Re: Front axle socket size.

Reply #13 –
Your probably right Craneman, some sort of specialized tool set.  Just couldn't believe that they charge $49,000 for a set.
Mark & Bev
2001 U295 36' Slide
Cummins ISC 8.3 350HP
Build #5802
Jeep Wrangler Toad