Doing the  math, considering 25.4 mm per inch, gives 11/16 as closest
fit between the two.

On Thu, Sep 3, 2009 at 10:49 AM , Andy Morse wrote:

> Ok so it's on my 99 turbo beetle but this list has been so helpful for
> my Vanagon.
>
> I need to remove the ball joint, problem is the nut is right under
> under the CV joint and I can only use an open ended wrench, second
> problem is the nut is between a 17 mm (too small) and 18 mm (too big)
> anyone know what American size may between the two? If it winds up
> being stripped wha'st the best way to get the nut off, hack saw, saws
> all, I do have a small air hammer that I've never used not sure if
> that would work with a chisel end?
>
> Thanks, Andy