Removing axle locking nut

[shoopie]

im having a hard time removing my axle nut. i need to do new bearings so im pulling it out. how the hell do you get the nut off?

[TwistedSheeRida]

Turn it lol Use some heat if your having a hard time. Ive had to grind the nuts off before to get them off. If that is the case then just grind parallel until your through the nut just making a slot, put a chisel in the slot and wack it with a hammer to spread the nut should spin right off after that.

[Judge1]

I had to use a vise, Big wrench, breaker bar and heat! Those damn things usually have permanent lock tight on them. Once you get it off throw it away and get a pinch lock nut, worth every penny!

[muggzy]

im having a hard time removing my axle nut. i need to do new bearings so im pulling it out. how the hell do you get the nut off?

 

I have a trailer with open "diamond grate" on the floor. I put a tie-down strap over the wheel and ratchet it in nice and tight. Then I put a 16" adjustable wrench I have on the outer nut and stand on the end of the wrench. The trailer floor bites the tire tread so it cant turn and it's always worked for me the 3-4 times I've had to deal with that nut. I put them on the same way and haven't used locktite or had one loosen up on me ever.