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drive pin tool for SPF
Hi All,
My first post here. I just recently purchased a crashed Cobra and am attempting to do some repairs. Well, I didn't get very far. I need to remove my adapters to get the brakes off to replace my spindles. But the drive pins holding the wheel adapter down are some kind of internal 12 point. I have M14 (too small) and M16 ( too large) external 12 points, but they aren't working. Does anyone happen to know what kind of tool I need. I tried searching Club Cobra, but I haven't seen anything. Yet, I feel I can't be the only one who has had this problem before. I'd appreciate any help you have to offer. |
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Here's a pic of the adapter
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Those typ come with a 6 point 12mm hex bit (1/2" drive)
like this: https://www.amazon.com/GEARWRENCH-80...s%2C163&sr=1-3 Soak the base and center area with a good penetrating oil. Or make your own (50% Acetone, 50% Marvel Mystery oil or ATF). Go eat lunch. Use a breaker bar with the Hex bit and lean into it. Do not use an Impact. Replacement nuts are avail thru Trigo Wheel. Just specify your thread pitch. Trigo Wheels | Wheels For Your Cobra! If the hex does slip (those pin nuts you posted look a bit worn) you can try a 1/2" Hex bit. (= 12.7MM) You may have to belt sand it a tad. Point being you don't want to crack the Pin nut as then you are going to have to Wiz wheel the Nut and stud off. |
Look up XZN triple square bit socket with 1/2 in. drive
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OK great! That seems odd they machined a 12pt hole, but expect you to use a 6 sided tool. Of course we all use 12 pt sockets on 6 sided nuts/bolts all the time, but still! ��
I found an M15 triple square on eBay. The only one! I'll give all of these a try, as I have ten to remove, and ten to put back on! Thanks! |
If worse comes to worse, really clamp down a vise grip and whap it with a hammer. Worked for me and I definitely recommend getting new nuts for the rounded out ones.
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If you do change out the pin nuts, ensure that the new ones are not too long and prevent the wheel from fitting flush against the adapter.
Ask me how I know:eek: |
OK thanks guys!
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