Got spacers in, can't break wheel bolts/nuts - what next?

[Henro]

I looked back but did not see mention of what size the spacers are. Could have missed it...

My guess is either 2 or 3 inch spacers? What size are they?

 

[Deere Dude]

1st thanks again to Lennyzx11, the jack support under the wrench made is easy peasy both getting them off and torqueing them back on:
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That jack support looks like an idea I can use with my truck lug nuts. My concern is in breaking the 1/2" breaker bar or the star wrench when out beside the road. When I do break one loose, they just pop.

 

[ctgoldwing]

I looked back but did not see mention of what size the spacers are. Could have missed it...

My guess is either 2 or 3 inch spacers? What size are they?

They are 3" Henro - after doing it I wish they were 4"

 

[Tinhack]

... I couldn't resist doing some finish grading of the driveway. I just put on the shoes for the back blade and its been raining the last couple of days so the driveway is thawed.

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Wow! That is one nice looking blade! :thumbsup:

I just picked up an old Ford 782A blade. It still has some paint on it but not as pretty as that one.

I have a mods in mind for mine--A rake attachment and hydraulic angling. I'll spill a little paint on it after.

 

[WranglerX]

That jack support looks like an idea I can use with my truck lug nuts. My concern is in breaking the 1/2" breaker bar or the star wrench when out beside the road. When I do break one loose, they just pop.

I carry a 3/4 drive breaker bar, short extension an set of 6 point (impact) sockets in my truck, because I tow, and at time I stop and help stranded motorists and the tools supplied with vehicles suck....

Now a curious question because I have not run across it yet, do new vehicles that do not have spares have a jack and lug wrenches? I saw someplace that they just put a can of inflator/sealer in car now....

Dale

 

[WranglerX]

I like the jack stand idea even with using a torque multiplier....

Dale

 

[RjCorazza]

Lots of interesting ideas. I particularly like the jack stand use.
I've been thinking about adding 2" spacers on my L4060, but usually get stopped at :
Don't know if I can handle the fluid filled tires (600lbs +/-)
Spacers would put my tires 2" wider (per side) than my blower.

I rarely operate on slopes, but would like a little extra space for chains if I ever need to use them.

 

[sandman2234]

Another option - torque multiplier
Amazon.com : torque multiplier

Not a big fan of amazon, but the Torque Multiplier is the way to go! My Dad showed me his after he changed out his flat tractor tire, and he was almost 90 years old.
I got one, used it once and now the tight nuts around here are afraid to give me too much problem because they know I have one!
David from jax

 

[i7win7]

Not a big fan of amazon, but the Torque Multiplier is the way to go!

Understand your opinion of the big A. torque multipliers come in various styles, the big A photos help you recognize one at better auto part stores, garage sales, pawn shops or auctions

 

[WranglerX]

Always "search", the BIG "A" is not always best price and best shipping....

Always wonder about the seller that has item up for $79.95 and states "we will not be under sold"...
Next ad down same item different seller $59.95 and free shipping....
Then there is another ad for same item for $49.95 and $10.00 Shipping...

And the real winner is the guy selling same item for $499.00.. Got to love EBAY...

Dale