2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission axle socket rear end hub 96 ctd 5 spd.3500 dually

[Srichards56]

Hello: I will be replacing my rear brake shoes on my 96 3500 ram slt laramie

dwdrv dulley 5 spd. any one know what size socket is used to brake the jam nut loose

at the axle hub I know its got to be bigger then 2"1/4 socket , and thats

the biggest i have now, you:-laf can never have too meny tools Ha""""

 

[Fred Swanson]

It takes avery thin wall hub socket. 2 1/2 I believe. Napa carries it.

 

[bmoeller]

2 9/16" socket is required. Has the rounded corners on it. Replace the nut. Do NOT reuse it. The nylon inserts are pretty much a one time use part.

Must be replacing the seals also, if pulling the hub, unless they put inboard drums on a '96. Mine are outboard. No need to pull the hub, unless replacing the seal.

 

[Srichards56]

Yes thats the problem the seal is seeping,and I will be replaceing the seal along with the brakes shoes ,spring kit and now also the jamb nut with the rounded ends. Thanks for the info.