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ModelAMike1930 · 06-10-2016, 01:46 PM

Does anybody know what size socket is used to remove the retaining nut on a cowling band ?

1930artdeco · 06-10-2016, 02:15 PM

If I remember correctly on my spare band it is like 7/16 or 1/2".

Mike

Roadster62 · 06-10-2016, 02:28 PM

1/2 inch. Use a 1/4 size socket set with a 4-6 inch extension, makes access easier, LUBE with Kroil for a day or so. You don't want to snap that stud, having a friend press on the lower end of the band will help keeping it from twisting. Bob

ModelAMike1930 · 06-10-2016, 04:25 PM

Thanks for the quick replies, I tried a half inch drive socket set with both 7/16 and 1/2 inch sockets with no luck. I will try the 1/4 inch drive set and see if that helps. Mike

Mitch//pa · 06-10-2016, 04:28 PM

I use a ratcheting box stubby wrench

figment · 06-10-2016, 05:41 PM

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I would use a 6 point socket as the nuts may be rusted.

06-10-2016, 01:46 PM	#1
ModelAMike1930 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Illinois Posts: 382	Cowling Strip Does anybody know what size socket is used to remove the retaining nut on a cowling band ?

06-10-2016, 02:15 PM	#2
1930artdeco Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lynden, Wa Posts: 3,550	Re: Cowling Strip If I remember correctly on my spare band it is like 7/16 or 1/2". Mike __________________ 1930 TownSedan (Briggs) 1957 Country Sedan

06-10-2016, 02:28 PM	#3
Roadster62 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ridgefield, Ct Posts: 3,441	Re: Cowling Strip 1/2 inch. Use a 1/4 size socket set with a 4-6 inch extension, makes access easier, LUBE with Kroil for a day or so. You don't want to snap that stud, having a friend press on the lower end of the band will help keeping it from twisting. Bob __________________ They don't have to run to be enjoyed. I'm here to enjoy the hobby, and enjoy the cars no matter what they look like. Most of the worlds problems are electrical.

06-10-2016, 04:25 PM	#4
ModelAMike1930 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Illinois Posts: 382	Re: Cowling Strip Thanks for the quick replies, I tried a half inch drive socket set with both 7/16 and 1/2 inch sockets with no luck. I will try the 1/4 inch drive set and see if that helps. Mike

06-10-2016, 04:28 PM	#5
Mitch//pa BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 11,454	Re: Cowling Strip I use a ratcheting box stubby wrench

06-10-2016, 05:41 PM	#6
figment Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 332	Re: Cowling Strip Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I would use a 6 point socket as the nuts may be rusted.

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