2-9/16" 6PT AXLE NUT SOCKET - ATD Tools

The ATD Tools 11228 2-9/16" 6PT Axle Nut Socket is a professional-grade tool engineered for precision and durability in demanding automotive and industrial applications. This specialized socket is essential for the correct servicing of truck wheel bearing lock nuts, ensuring technicians can achieve proper torque settings during installation and removal. Its robust construction is designed to withstand the rigors of frequent shop use.

Key Features

• Optimal Fit: Features a 2-9/16 inch, 6-point opening, providing a secure and precise fit for compatible axle nuts.
• Durable Construction: Manufactured from high-strength steel, this socket is heat-treated to ensure exceptional strength and long-term durability in professional settings.
• 3/4" Square Drive: Equipped with a 3/4 inch square drive, allowing for use with appropriate manual drive tools, such as torque wrenches, for accurate fastening.
• Precision Design: Engineered to resist rounding out, ensuring reliable engagement with stubborn lock nuts and extending the life of the tool.
• Professional Grade: Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications, reflecting its high quality and suitability for professional mechanical work.

Applications

This axle nut socket is specifically designed for servicing truck wheel bearing lock nuts, making it indispensable for heavy-duty vehicle maintenance. Common applications include 1990-1993 Dodge trucks equipped with Dana 60 manual hubs. It is also suitable for specific Ford trucks featuring Dana axles with special "rounded" hex nuts. The ATD 11228 is intended for use with manual tools only, such as a torque wrench, to ensure the accurate tightening of wheel bearing lock nuts. It is not recommended for use with pneumatic power tools.