Thread: Spinner Removal
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Old 03-01-2012, 07:05 PM
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As said previously, be sure you are turning in the correct direction. Also the heavier the lead hammer the better. Cobra Valley sells a hammer called the Mother Thumper which is a 6# lead hammer. I bought one and it works considerably better than the 4# lead Hammer I bought as Harbor Freight. Loosen the spinner with the car's weight on the ground so all the force on the spinners is is not cushioned by the suspension. Once you break the spinner loose then raise the car. Hit each ear in sequence and be patient, you will get them off. Hold the hammer close to the head to help control it and not beat up your wheels. Be sure to coat the spinner seat and wheel seat with a good anti-sieze before putting the wheels back on and don't over tighten the spinners. Rick
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