I need to change in some new rear wheel bearings on my 84 Van, manual 5sp
tranny.  I know the axle nut is really a pain to get off, having recently
fought with a bug rear axle nut...  I have an idea to attempt to use the
weight of the van to help me get this one loose.  I do not have an impact
wrench nor a handy mechanic shop.  I do have a very stout long 1/2" drive
breaker bar and the proper socket.  My brilliant idea is to lift the van's
corner, put the socket onto the axle nut with a long extension on a stump or
something and then letthe van lower away to break the nut loose...  I've had
some PB Blaster on the nut for a few days now.  Second question:  The
threads are normal, right?  Lefty-loosey?  Standard threading?

  Think this will work?  I plan on standing back as I lower in case the
tools should break...

  Don Hanson