Do not use spanner wrenches as a general turning tool While turning your spanner wrench care not to jerk the tool to avoid breakage and damage Keep your spanner wrench lubricated and oiled to prevent rusting Universal spanner nut wrench fits Whirlpool, Kenmore, General Electric, and Maytag Washing Machine inner tub lock nuts. Spanner wrenches have a greater torque than the usual plumber's pipe wrench and it is easier to use. They are not heavy and are not as bulky as the plumber's pipe wrench. This Replacement Washer Spanner Wrench Fits many models.
I soaked the hub nut threads on my 14-year-old washer a week ago with the penetrating oil "PB Blaster." I ran the washer a few times. I soaked the nut's threads again last night. With the PB Blaster, a carpenter's hammer, and this tool, I had the hub nut off in less than five minutes. I am a middle-aged woman with a messed up shoulder and managed it easily. I think the PB Blaster makes a huge difference. PB Blaster is available at Autozone, Wal-Mart and similar for..