94 4X4 explorer brakes

[tiki240]

trying to remove rotors to replace them. the socket i need is a 2 3/8 and anywhere i find has 12 pt and i need something with rounded edges... very frustrated. the last shop my father took his truck to used what looks like a chisel to loosen the axle nut. and i have no clue ho they put it back on. how can i get it off? i need to know ASAP it needs to be done by monday. i ould rather not use a chisel and this is all very very upsetting. i need to get back to working on my 240. please any input would be GREATLY appreciated.

 

[csxtrainman]

I use a big pair of adjustable channel lock pliers...if i remember correctly i had to pound out the wheel studs, but it worked for me. Just remember to pull out the small locking pin with a magnet.

 

[Crankcase]

There is a special socket for the front nut. Have you tried an autoparts sore?

 

[jimbo74]

its the ford autohub socket for the bronco II, ranger and explorer

 

[MrShorty]

If it helps, I got mine at Napa.

 

[redthunder]

got mine at NAPA also, 30 freaken dollars

r/t

 

[holze4u]

Just did the front breaks in December. Replaced everything: lines, rotors, pads and calipers. Got the socket form the neighbor who works at the local ford dealer, cuz i didnt find one in town. It was really nice to have. And DONT FORGET, about that magnetic key in there. Youll be tryin to wrench on it forever But after that its all good, just make sure you set tighten ur bearings properly. And then its a good time to check ur hubs, my left one is broken, well, there is that metal ring gear/cog/washer deal, yeah anyways, thats like BROKE:fire: into 2 pieces, just put it back in cuz ford wants $300 for ONE NEW hub, yeah, I dont think so!!! Just gotta put Warns($213 for both) on and ill hav'er all set up.

 

[RazorSGD]

Got my socket from Snap-on's web site, $21.