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    The nut probably won't be that tight (cotter pin keeps it secure), a good big adjustable should do fine. Thats what I used.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Triathlete View Post
    The nut probably won't be that tight (cotter pin keeps it secure), a good big adjustable should do fine. Thats what I used.
    According to the shop manual, the castle nut is supposed to be torqued to 72 ft-lbs. That's a bit much for a cresent wrench.
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