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98stang_v6gang

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I was taking off my control arm and got my ratchet stuck between the two nuts on the inside. Probably shouldn't have used a deepwell socket lol. Any advice on how to get ratchet out? I tried just changing the gears but the stud is right up against the ratchet head, can't move it at all.
 

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May be able to get a flat blade screw driver and separate the ratchet from the socket.or possibly switch the gear to tightening or free spin


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Welcome to Stangnet.

What Chris said.
 

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Use a pick or screwdriver to switch directions on the ratchet, tighten the nut until you can get the ratchet and socket off, and then get back after it with a wrench.

All other options will involve some sort of destruction.
 
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