BobRip
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Re: Used PT\'s
Yes, I believe it should be done. Did you take the class on the PT?
Bob Rip
Yes, I believe it should be done. Did you take the class on the PT?
Bob Rip
Used PT's
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funpilot
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Re: Used PT\'s
Yes, took the class...no memory at all. So, what is it exactly I should do...think of me as mechanically challenged...
Yes, took the class...no memory at all. So, what is it exactly I should do...think of me as mechanically challenged...
Re: Used PT\'s
I also was never told about nor had any knowledge of tightening the large nut.
YIKES! It was a bit loose, and called Terry to ask about the size for my PT-425. He said it is a 1-13/16" also.
After suffering sticker shock seeing the price of a large single wrench (Harbor Freight sets do NOT include that size; only by 1/8" increments), I found this much lower cost 1-13/16":
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AYHFWW/ref=sr_11_1/104-4637116-2562321?%5Fencoding=UTF8&v=glance&n=228013
Shipping is $7.50, so total price is pretty low compared to the $80-$120 I've seen.
Hope this helps.
Mark H.
I also was never told about nor had any knowledge of tightening the large nut.
YIKES! It was a bit loose, and called Terry to ask about the size for my PT-425. He said it is a 1-13/16" also.
After suffering sticker shock seeing the price of a large single wrench (Harbor Freight sets do NOT include that size; only by 1/8" increments), I found this much lower cost 1-13/16":
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AYHFWW/ref=sr_11_1/104-4637116-2562321?%5Fencoding=UTF8&v=glance&n=228013
Shipping is $7.50, so total price is pretty low compared to the $80-$120 I've seen.
Hope this helps.
Mark H.
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Re: Used PT\'s
Here's a Craftsman set of 6 wrenches with a 1-13/16 being one of them.
Warning:
Sit down before you click on that link and look how much 6 wrenches will cost... sit... siiit... staaaaay. Think calm thoughts...
Now click here. /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif
Here's a Craftsman set of 6 wrenches with a 1-13/16 being one of them.
Warning:
Sit down before you click on that link and look how much 6 wrenches will cost... sit... siiit... staaaaay. Think calm thoughts...
Now click here. /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif
BillCroasmun
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Re: Used PT\'s
YIKES! /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif Well, at least there's a rebate for free shipping... /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif
YIKES! /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif Well, at least there's a rebate for free shipping... /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif
J_J
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Re: Used PT\'s
If you only need this size wrench once in a while, why not make your own wrench . A couple hacksaw blades, an air grinder with cutoff wheel, acy/oxy torch, plasma cutter, etc. Some auto stores will even loan you tools.
If you only need this size wrench once in a while, why not make your own wrench . A couple hacksaw blades, an air grinder with cutoff wheel, acy/oxy torch, plasma cutter, etc. Some auto stores will even loan you tools.
Gravy
Platinum Member
Re: Used PT\'s
And keep in mind, in that size range, the fit doesn't have to be really precise. I found that my 2" open end wrench will tighten that nut with all of the torque my 170lbs can bring to bear. The nut wasn't even thinking about rounding off.
Gravy
And keep in mind, in that size range, the fit doesn't have to be really precise. I found that my 2" open end wrench will tighten that nut with all of the torque my 170lbs can bring to bear. The nut wasn't even thinking about rounding off.
Gravy
BobRip
Elite Member
Re: Used PT\'s
For the wrench try "Hanover Tools" in Ashland VA. Clint Blake got one there for about $20. Probably not the best quality, but it's big and you can probably not break it. The also had a more expensive one. Their telephone number is 804-798-9402. I could not easily find their website.
Bob Rip
For the wrench try "Hanover Tools" in Ashland VA. Clint Blake got one there for about $20. Probably not the best quality, but it's big and you can probably not break it. The also had a more expensive one. Their telephone number is 804-798-9402. I could not easily find their website.
Bob Rip
BobRip
Elite Member
Re: Used PT\'s
How to tighten the big nut:
Turn the PT as far right as possible. This exposes the nut for better access. From the left side of the PT, using the open end of the 1 13/16 inch wrench, slide it over the nut with the wrench towards the rear of the vehicle. Pull the box end of the wrench as hard as you can towards the front of the PT. Give it everything you got. (This is for normal people).
Is this is not clear, I can probably post a picture.
Bob Rip
How to tighten the big nut:
Turn the PT as far right as possible. This exposes the nut for better access. From the left side of the PT, using the open end of the 1 13/16 inch wrench, slide it over the nut with the wrench towards the rear of the vehicle. Pull the box end of the wrench as hard as you can towards the front of the PT. Give it everything you got. (This is for normal people).
Is this is not clear, I can probably post a picture.
Bob Rip
tracdoc
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Re: Used PT\'s
</font><font color="blue" class="small">( For the wrench try "Hanover Tools" in Ashland VA.... I could not easily find their website.)</font>
I checked the VA Business site. Hanover is a listed VA business, but under the category "website," the box is filled in as "none."
</font><font color="blue" class="small">( For the wrench try "Hanover Tools" in Ashland VA.... I could not easily find their website.)</font>
I checked the VA Business site. Hanover is a listed VA business, but under the category "website," the box is filled in as "none."