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MacDhaibhidh
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Been there done that! On Porsche's(1960, 1973, 1975, 1979) Quote: Originally Posted by JiMINI Wow, maybe I should have bought 2? Home Depot - Sell sets only and nothing past 1 1/4. Ace Hardware Sockets up to 30 mm only. Local Auto Parts store, $12. and gas running around @ $4.50/gal $9. Should have just ordered from Sears......... Story about Sears/Craftsman tools. Years ago we did a lot of work on old VW Bugs, the rear hub nut was a 36mm (if I remember) and most often frozen. We would put the 36mm socket with Sears biggest breaker bar, then slip an 8 foot pipe over it for leverage and jump on it until "something" broke. Most times it was the nut, but I remember bringing back at least 3 breaker bars over the years to Sears. I explained what I did and offered to pay. Everytime, their response was "Lifetime Unlimited Warranty", and they'd give me a new one. Maybe that's why just about all my tools/power equipment today has the Craftsman logo. Hmmmmm, loyalty. Just ordered the 30mm-42mm set from them tonight |
Thank You in advance! Cheers, Stieve
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JiMINI
Total Posts: 212
Last Post: 08-20-08
Member Since: 07-26-07
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Wow, maybe I should have bought 2? Home Depot - Sell sets only and nothing past 1 1/4. Ace Hardware Sockets up to 30 mm only. Local Auto Parts store, $12. and gas running around @ $4.50/gal $9. Should have just ordered from Sears......... Story about Sears/Craftsman tools. Years ago we did a lot of work on old VW Bugs, the rear hub nut was a 36mm (if I remember) and most often frozen. We would put the 36mm socket with Sears biggest breaker bar, then slip an 8 foot pipe over it for leverage and jump on it until "something" broke. Most times it was the nut, but I remember bringing back at least 3 breaker bars over the years to Sears. I explained what I did and offered to pay. Everytime, their response was "Lifetime Unlimited Warranty", and they'd give me a new one. Maybe that's why just about all my tools/power equipment today has the Craftsman logo. Hmmmmm, loyalty. Just ordered the 30mm-42mm set from them tonight Mini....and then there were none......keep the legacy alive!
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DRMINI
Total Posts: 6498
Last Post: 08-21-08
Member Since: 10-27-00
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It also fits the crank pulley bolt, and the camshaft nut too. What a handy socket... 
Kevin G
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Spitz
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Last Post: 08-21-08
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Not to mention the MkIV> sub bolt A FATHER CARRIES PICTURES WHERE HIS MONEY USED TO BE 1130cc, 12g295, SW5 cam, LCB, HIF38, CA spec.
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Hunter2
Total Posts: 1788
Last Post: 08-19-08
Member Since: 11-02-06
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1 5/16" is a must have for those with S brakes too, as is hub nut size.
Mini friends! Mini rides!
Restored/modified Mini 1000 with 1380cc power unit,
2.95:1 FD, adj. suspension, S discs/drums, 10x5 Minilites, 165x70
A008s, custom trim and matching custom trailer.
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zip-tph
Total Posts: 3671
Last Post: 08-21-08
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The 1 5/16" socket is a must with a Mini. When I bought mine at Sears along with a couple of other larger sizes, the clerk asked me a couple of weeks later when I would be returning them. It seems that some folks buy 'em, use 'em and return when done.  And make sure you leave the nut on a couple of turns before you start bashing the back of the steering wheel. Just ask Doss what it can do to your teef. Zip Hey web geek Dennis! How about an emoticon with a blacked out tooth in honor of all of those that didn't heed the advice? 
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JiMINI
Total Posts: 212
Last Post: 08-20-08
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THANKS much Kevin, I'm out the door! Hava great weekend! Mini....and then there were none......keep the legacy alive!
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DRMINI
Total Posts: 6498
Last Post: 08-21-08
Member Since: 10-27-00
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It's 1-5/16", or 33mm if you can't find one.
Kevin G
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JiMINI
Total Posts: 212
Last Post: 08-20-08
Member Since: 07-26-07
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Anyone know the size of the nut that holds on the steering wheel? 66Mk1. I don't have a socket large enough and can't get my jumbo wrenched in there. So running out to get a single socket tonight. Mini....and then there were none......keep the legacy alive!
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