Subject: E-shaft flywheel nut socket
From: ACRE
Date: 4/2/2004, 9:04 PM

Michael McGee wrote:

I just picked up a 2-1/8" (54mm) socket for my flywheel nut.  Didn't pay
attention and got a 12 point socket.  Is this okay for the 350 ft-lb of
torque or should I have a 6 point socket?

Mike McGee, RV-4 N996RV, O320-E2G, Hillsboro, OR
13B in gestation mode, EC-2 & RD-1C in hand.

Sure it will work. You will need a long lever arm (6 feet) or a 3/4 impact wrench.
Probably a lever will be easier on the nut.

Paul Lamar
 
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