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Subject:Re: Removing rear brake drums?
From:Larry Alofs
Date:Sun, 28 Oct 2001 15:19:35 -0600

Gnarlodious wrote:

> How do I check the rear brakes?
> Don't tell me I have to remove that huge castle nut! I measured it at
> 1 13/16, is that right? What is the best tool for the job? Pipe wrench? I
> don't even have one but seriously...What is the minimal way to do it?
>
> Rachel http://www.gnarlodious.com

If you really have to remove the nut, 1 13/16 " is very close to the official
size of 46 mm.  You can probably buy a socket at Sears like I did.  Get 3/4"
drive and a tee bar or breaker bar to turn it.  Then add a piece of pipe and
jump on it.
  Have fun,
   Larry A.