How to remove Front axle from a 1700 Nomad

kerrymurf · 05-19-2015, 10:00 PM

I was wanting to remove my front wheel asembly to have a new tire installed. Only problem was the 22mm resessed axle end. I was going to rig up a 22mm hex bolt with a couple of jam nuts on the other end to remove the axle, but found a much better solution. I took a 13/16 spark plug socket from my Craftsman tool set and the hex end of the socket fits perfectly into the axle end. I then took my short extension and inserted it through the socket from the oposite end. Now I was able to attach my 3/8 ratchet to the socket and easily remove the axle. Had the wheel off in no time. End result is the ratchet looks like the spark plug socket is attatched upside down. I know they make special sockets for the job, but I just couldn't justify the cost for a tool I would only use once every three or four years. Hope this helps a few home mechanics!!

Ken Vega · 05-20-2015, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by kerrymurf

I was wanting to remove my front wheel asembly to have a new tire installed. Only problem was the 22mm resessed axle end. I was going to rig up a 22mm hex bolt with a couple of jam nuts on the other end to remove the axle, but found a much better solution. I took a 13/16 spark plug socket from my Craftsman tool set and the hex end of the socket fits perfectly into the axle end. I then took my short extension and inserted it through the socket from the oposite end. Now I was able to attach my 3/8 ratchet to the socket and easily remove the axle. Had the wheel off in no time. End result is the ratchet looks like the spark plug socket is attatched upside down. I know they make special sockets for the job, but I just couldn't justify the cost for a tool I would only use once every three or four years. Hope this helps a few home mechanics!!

The tool is like 10.00 on Amazon. You can take it with you in the tool kit in case you need to get the wheel off on a road trip.

landman · 05-22-2015, 11:50 PM

3 or 4 years on a front tire change.

**HwyRider** · 05-23-2015, 12:33 AM

That's what I was thinking. I plan on every year.

Ken Vega · 05-23-2015, 06:40 AM

I guess some people dont get to ride 10000 to 12000 miles a season.

05-19-2015, 10:00 PM	#1
kerrymurf Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: North Platte, Nebraska Posts: 50	How to remove Front axle from a 1700 Nomad I was wanting to remove my front wheel asembly to have a new tire installed. Only problem was the 22mm resessed axle end. I was going to rig up a 22mm hex bolt with a couple of jam nuts on the other end to remove the axle, but found a much better solution. I took a 13/16 spark plug socket from my Craftsman tool set and the hex end of the socket fits perfectly into the axle end. I then took my short extension and inserted it through the socket from the oposite end. Now I was able to attach my 3/8 ratchet to the socket and easily remove the axle. Had the wheel off in no time. End result is the ratchet looks like the spark plug socket is attatched upside down. I know they make special sockets for the job, but I just couldn't justify the cost for a tool I would only use once every three or four years. Hope this helps a few home mechanics!! Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-22-2015, 11:50 PM	#3
landman Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: wheatland,wy. Posts: 3,642	3 or 4 years on a front tire change. __________________ bob wittman VBA # 745 COG #11621 wheatland,wy. rallies-custer 09,kalispell 10,crescent city 11,kanab 12,estes park 13,orifino 14.,red lodge 16 2015 ninja 1000 abs 2014 concourse 14 2012 concourse 14-sold 2011 vaquero-sold 2008 nomad-sold 2005 classic-sold
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05-23-2015, 12:33 AM	#4
HwyRider Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: South Shore, MA Posts: 4,629	That's what I was thinking. I plan on every year. __________________ VBA # 02424 VROC # 35971 2010 Nomad 1700 Metallic Diablo Black/Metallic Titanium
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05-23-2015, 06:40 AM	#5
Ken Vega Advanced Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: South Florida Posts: 710	I guess some people dont get to ride 10000 to 12000 miles a season. __________________ 2004 Vulcan 1500 Classic "Sasha" (SOLD) 2014 Vulcan Vaquero ABS SE "Candie" On the 1500, too much to list. On the Vaquero: V&H slash cut slip ons Power Commander 5 and Ivan-ized ECU Chuckster's BAK Aux Audio adapter with bluetooth receiver. Mustang 2 up Touring Seat w/ driver and passenger backrest Kuryakyn Longhorn highway pegs. Kawasaki 12 volt charger Longer 1600 meanstreak SE kickstand Full LED Daymaker light mod. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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