For the 46mm drive line nut, Channel Locks work most of the time.
the nut isn`t all that tight.

Here are a few threads on setting the preload on the pinion nut.


http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/tech-help/233540-pinion-seal-replacement-how-determine-friction-load.html

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/performance-paddock/81784-setting-12-point-nut-diff-pinion-flange.html

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/318195-pinion-bearing-nut-preload-question.html

Charlie

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

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