I had a large open ended spanner with a forked end in line rather than ofset at an angle, similar to the plumbers type that fits round a sink drain nut.

It had very slim ends and fitted on the lock nut just fine.

Unfortunately I dropped it and found it was made of cast iron.

You could probably make one from a bit of 1/4 inch plate steel.

Alternatively try knocking the lock nut loose with a cold chisel and then see if the collar comes off by hand. or pursuade with a chissel as well.

I little heat will probably loosen and soften any hardened grease.

Mike Edwards

Seal 28 "Aztec"

I have just looked at my receipt from T. Norris and it was 1/4 inch packing. It was £3.75 per m back in 2004.

Mike

Mike Edwards

Seal 28 "Aztec"

thanks Mike.

regards David