Originally Posted by psaboic

Ok, So I am gathering all the parts and tools together to replace the leaky pinion shaft seal. My question now concerns the special nut that holds the flange on to the pinion.

I would like to take the nut off using a punch and hammer vice paying for the special tool. Since this method is apt to damage the nut, can anyone tell me where to score a replacement nut, preferably the normal hex head type?

That is the only thing (besides time) that is holding me back right now.

Thanks