[Johnny Canuck]

Sorry for the out of focus pic ( I got a little too close), but it appears, based on the nicks seen here, the previous owner(s) have already been into the clutch at some point.. Seems like they did not use the correct tool bit when removing this nut....wouldn't you say?



I've read about talented members of this forum making their own tool bit, but I'm not so talented. Apart from purchasing this bit, is there any other way to remove this nut without hacking?

 

[NateDawg]

King Gator socket. Works great. Will edit when I can get a photo quick.



King Gator Grip.

It's not really a deepwell socket. Half of the socket is springs, spring loaded pins puch back out of the way, therefore conforming to the shape of the object that presses upon its pins. The pins resemble needle bearings. Works great for me and others. Bought mine at the hardware store. (Fleetfarm)

Wiggle it a bit so that all the pins settle and you have a Gator Grip! makes an excellent addition to any mans toolbox. (Ok... so I've only used it on that nut, but don't tell anyone.)

 

[thackney]

The marks are from using a hammer and punch to remove/install the nut. It is possible to replace the nut with a hex nut of the same size.

 

[NateDawg]

The marks are from using a hammer and punch to remove/install the nut. It is possible to replace the nut with a hex nut of the same size.

+1

 

[Johnny Canuck]

Thanks for your post Boulder & Natedawg....will try and find one of those sockets up here in Newmarket.

Johnny

 

[Cobram]

+1 for the King Gator, mated to an impact gun and you don't even have to lock the engine.

 

[Shep]

I wouldn't mind one of these in my tool kit.I have found a max 19mm over here



http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Multi-fit-soc...t=UK_Hand_Tools_Equipment&hash=item53e0db6e37



but what size is the,"King" one used on the Clutch nut above?

 

[murrayf]

forgive me if i am wrong it looks like the tab lock washer is missing under the nut??



please check if its there or the nut could back off

 

[CXPHREAK]

These use a Bellville washer.

 

[Shep]

It's this part,



http://www.cmsnl.com/products/washer-lock_90432121000/

 

[NateDawg]

I can't seem to find it, but im 99% sure I remember the King Gator Grip being a 24mm socket.

 

[Shep]

I can't seem to find it, but im 99% sure I remember the King Gator Grip being a 24mm socket.

OK.I have found a 22mm one but will keep looking.Thanks for taking the time

 

[NateDawg]

I need to clean up a little anyway, so I will keep looking

 

[stern-69]

If your looking for a common hex nut to fit it, try a Brofaco outlet (there are many around and think there is one in New Market. They will have just about any nut/bolt/fastener you could ever need.

 

[Cobram]

The "King Gator" is 32mm.

 

[stern-69]

Pretty sure they may sell those at Home Depot of Crappy tire, going to go and get myself one

 

[NateDawg]

OK.I have found a 22mm one but will keep looking.Thanks for taking the time

Max size is 32mm. I was wrong on the 24mm

 

[CXPHREAK]

It's this part,



http://www.cmsnl.com/products/washer-lock_90432121000/

Interestingly, the lock washer shown in the schematic seems to be some sort of tag washer. Every one of these motors I have here uses a Bellville washer, as do my CB 450s.

 

[Shep]

Yes I think that parts fiche goes funky on this because I know the type on this page,



http://www.cmsnl.com/honda-cx500a-1980england_model16465/partslist/E10.html







and on here,



http://www.donandroys.com/fiche_sec...ry=MOTORCYCLES&make=HONDA&year=1979&fveh=3397



Number 14.

I didn't know they were called a http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belleville_washer



They have a,"This side Facing" or similar stamped on them.

 

[Johnny Canuck]

Yes, got the KING GATOR 32MM. It fits! I will be working on the clutch either tomorrow or next week.