by "Jim Warman" <mechanic@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
>
Jul 3, 2008 at 07:29 PM
Ummmm... push the CV joint back far enough to get the socket on.... If that
doesn't do the trick, remove the axle...
"George" <george.germek@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in message
news:cf091334-38de-4345-86a2-b221fbdc7888@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Hi-
>
> I am trying to replace the front wheel bearing assemblies on my 02
> Ford Explorer XLT V8. I cannot get at the three 15mm bolts that hold
> the assembly onto the back spindle housing. Does anyone know if these
> require a special tool? I've tried all sorts of box wrenches. Sockets
> will not clear the CV joint. The bolts are also on really tight,
> despite spraying them with WD40 for several hours. Open end wrenches
> are out of the question.
>
> Best,
> George
