inner clutch nut socket size

[Rip_City_Spree]

hey got a newb question need to buy a socket to remove the inner clutch nut on a 01 elite sr. manual says its a 28mm thread size. but been looking around and havent checked with an auto parts store but cant find a 28mm socket. Ive found 27 and 29 not 28. I know its a dumb question and I havent pulled the clutch yet just trying to get things in order to do so this week. thanks in advance.

[LMH]

Oreily will have the socket you need, or a sears hardware. I use the largest size adjustable wrench and the ground.

[ped]

Hi RCS. I use a gearwrench 1-1/2'', 12 point socket.

[LMH]

Nice the 12 point helps it fit for sure.

[Rip_City_Spree]

yep got an 1 1/2 12 point in the garage so that will work thanks again guys. looking forward to getting my new clutch in along with an R1 pipe and trying to up jet if I need to this friday. not sure how long the Pipe will be on but I got it for my BBk install down the road so I might as well try it out.

[patthesoundguy]

39mm socket is what I have. Its an axle nut size so easy to get at the auto parts store.

[Red Eft Performance]

For those out there that dont have proper size socket.

It can also be taking off with a set of water pump pliers. Just catch the lip of the clutch in a vise with nut facing up and loosen the nut.

Not Ideal but it works in a pinch. Or if you dont have other tools.

Keith

[LMH]

[LMH]

Hold it with both hands and the adjustable wrench compressed to it as you strike the ground. That will loosen it then put your feet on the top of the clutch as you loosen the nut.
That's the way I've always done it. Pretty easy I think.

[Rip_City_Spree]

Yeah I know it's pretty easy. I like to know I have the right tools before I get into things. And know I'll have them for later use. Since work buys my tools might as well get the right ones for the jobs.

[patthesoundguy]

The adjustable wrench works great if you dont have the 39mm socket. I love being able to pull the but off with the impact I put the but back on with the socket handle though. Its so easy to cross thread that nut

[Rip_City_Spree]

Yeah I'll use a torque wrench to put it back on

[LMH]

You don't need a torque wrench, just can't use an impact. Just ensure you have the clutch seated well and stand on it like I was to remove it, and tighten it by finger until you can do no more, then the same way it was removed by striking the ground with wrench to re tighten fully. You can use a socket and ratchet if you like I just refuse to bash my expensive tools (sk and matco ratchets) on the ground. That adjustable wrench can be bought through harbor freight for a few dollars.

[LMH]

One tip of advice if you do use a socket, grind down the end of it till its completely flush. Otherwise it will slip sometimes because of the chamfer.

[ped]

You don't need a torque wrench, just can't use an impact. Just ensure you have the clutch seated well and stand on it like I was to remove it, and tighten it by finger until you can do no more, then the same way it was removed by striking the ground with wrench to re tighten fully. You can use a socket and ratchet if you like I just refuse to bash my expensive tools (sk and matco ratchets) on the ground. That adjustable wrench can be bought through harbor freight for a few dollars.

hi mr. love.
you give great tips.
the 1-1/2 socket was like $6 at advance auto parts.