correct wrench

[washita]

what is the correct wrench size for the pivot point nut (jesus nut) on the 425 series pt? normally I use a large crescent wrench for this nut , but after adding a couple of divots to my hand this past weekend it is time to invest in the proper/correct wrench

 

[MossRoad]

Can't remember. Its been discussed. Maybe a search will turn it up. Sorry.

 

[MossRoad]

1 and 13/16 maybe?

See below thread
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/power-trac/77440-used-pts.html

 

[Clumber]

Page 18 of my 2010 PT425 parts manual is attached below. The nut may be item 7: 1 1/4-12 half locknut. Hope this helps.

 

[Marks481]

1 and 13/16 maybe?

++1 for a 2005 PT-422. Just went outside and checked the wrench and the nut,.

Still tight.

Remember, wrench size and bolt sizes are different. Quick google shows that the standard wrench size for a 1-1/4" bolt is 1-7/8". But 1-13/16" fits mine quite well.

US Bolts - Head and Wrench Sizes

 

[Xfaxman]

what is the correct wrench size for the pivot point nut (jesus nut) on the 425 series pt? normally I use a large crescent wrench for this nut , but after adding a couple of divots to my hand this past weekend it is time to invest in the proper/correct wrench

If you don't have one of these , you can use the crescent wrench to find the size. Put it tightly on the nut, then measure the opening with a ruler..

 

[smilinjak]

++1 for a 2005 PT-422. Just went outside and checked the wrench and the nut,.

Still tight.

Remember, wrench size and bolt sizes are different. Quick google shows that the standard wrench size for a 1-1/4" bolt is 1-7/8". But 1-13/16" fits mine quite well.

US Bolts - Head and Wrench Sizes

That link has the answer to every question if you can uderstand it. I played with it a few minutes and found answers to questions that shouldn't be ask by responsible(?) TBN members
Smilinjak

 

[cqaigy2]

That link has the answer to every question if you can uderstand it. I played with it a few minutes and found answers to questions that shouldn't be ask by responsible(?) TBN members
Smilinjak

who knew you could convert from Fahrenheit to liters, to ft/min. to kellicams.

 

[Gary Fowler]

I seem to recall the formula for wrench size is to take the bolt diameter + add half the diameter to it to get the wrench size. Add an additional 1/8" for heavy hex nuts. So a 1" bolt would be 1" +1/2"=1 1/2" for wrench size on a standard nut or 1 5/8" if it is a heavy hex nut.

 

[MossRoad]

Why didn't old guys tell me this before I became an old guy too?

 

[pajoube]

Just looked at my wrench and it is 1 13/16
PJ

 

[MossRoad]

Thanks PJ!
:thumbsup:

 

[coolconnection]

So what is the torque we are supposed to tighten it to? Or is it just tighten it to just plain tight

 

[Xfaxman]

So what is the torque we are supposed to tighten it to? Or is it just tighten it to just plain tight

Pull on the wrench til your eyes bug out! :laughing:

 

[smilinjak]

So what is the torque we are supposed to tighten it to? Or is it just tighten it to just plain tight

On a bolt that size you aren't likely to over tighten it unless you you are so strong that "finger tight" twists off a 3/8 grade 8 bolt.
Smilinjak

 

[cqaigy2]

I just take the slack out.