1994 Ford Explorer rotor

CHEVROLET655

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1994 FORD EXPLORER
6 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
98,000 MILES

So I have been trying for the last day to get my front right rotor of my explorer and have rented the tools to take off the lock nut peice so I can slip off the rotor but none of then seem to fit and kragens is no help. What should I do? And where can I get this tool?

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008 AT 12:53 PM

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JGAROFALO

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By chance did you remember to remove the small metal lock that keeps the lock nut from turning?

On the top of the spindle, you will see a groove that is machined into the spindle. There is a small metal lock that keeps the locknut in place. It is hard to spot, and not easy to get a hold of. It usually hides a bit inside of that groove. You can usually remove it with a magnet, but you need to make sure it is loose by wiggling the locknut back and forth to make sure it is not bound by pressure from the locknut.

Hope this helps. Good luck.

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Wednesday, December 31st, 2008 AT 6:06 AM

CHEVROLET655

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This actilly did help verry much and I took off the rotor and replaced it with the new one. And thank u verry much for ur help and ur time. I am going to advise my friends who have a car question to ask u.

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Friday, January 2nd, 2009 AT 2:45 AM