[DeTomaso] Wiper Shaft Pivot Nut

[MikeLDrew at aol.com]

In a message dated 2/25/12 12 46 46, doug351c at gmail.com writes:


> What's up with the windshield wiper pivot shaft nut?  It's a 5/8"-24 
> thread
> but it's outer hex measures slightly over 3/4" at 0.760 so a 6pt socket
> that's gentle on the chome won't fit; only a 3/4 12pt socket BARELY fits
> which increases the chance of chipping the chrome.  What was deTomaso
> thinking?
> 
> Has anyone bought a new one from a vendor that actually fits a 6pt socket?
> 

McFly,

Count the number of points on the nut, then get back to us. :>) :>) :>)

Mike