Thanks to all who have responded on my question regarding the 5spd tranny mainshaft locknut. Here's a picture of the beastie: http://boatstuff.europabeat.com/5spd_mainshaft_nuts.jpg No tabs to flatte
There is a product made by the Loctite group that will reduce the temp ( freezing) of the shaft causing the steel to shrink only the smallest amount and that can help in removing those tight nuts. Th
Well, since the proud parents who have given birth to 5-speed rebuilds are showing pics, here's are some close-ups of mine, of the "double-nut on the welded 5th gear". My gear was re-welded and honed
Whatever it takes, buy, borrow or steal,or get the proper wrenches, preferably 6 point box wrenches, to fit both nuts. Adjustable wrenches are not made for that much torque. One way might work, you c