Front Hub nut, what size?

My largest socket a 36mm, it is nowhere close. It appears to be a 2.25" nut but I want to be sure before I shell out the cash. Anyone know? My book doesn't say.


Edit: NM FOUND IT... 2 1/16 thin wall

4wd hardware part #A692N

8.99

 

Thats what I would have thought until I checked the 4 local FLAPS yesterday and no one had one.

Cheaper then renting it too

 

the socket is a 2 and 3/32" and is available from snap-on or otc tools for about 20 bucks.a 2 and 1/8" would work also.

 

What Tinker said, 2 and 3/32 is the right size. I purchased a socket from the local NAPA parts store that was a die swaged heavy wall tube with a plate welded on one end to accept a 3/4 drive, Had to by a 3/4 to 1/2 adapter ( that i have not had to use yet ). shop around, this socket alone ran close to $40.00.
The one good thing about it is its long enough I can get a good grip on it and turn by hand without a ratchet.

 

What Tinker said, 2 and 3/32 is the right size. I purchased a socket from the local NAPA parts house here that is a fairly large die swaged heavy wall tube with a plate welded on one end to accept a 3/4 drive, Bought a 3/4 to 1/2 adapter that i found out I did not need because this socket is long enough to get a good grip on and turn by hand. Shop around, This socket alone ran $40.00 ( It really bites when something like that is the only thing in town and you need it )