C1: Stupid question of the day

[Dave F.]

The front emblem bowl (or whatever you call it) on my 1959 is dirty inside and I'd like to clean it out. With the hood up I can reach the assembly, but those quick nuts are harder than hell to get off. I'm afaid I'm gonna slice my fingers if I try any harder. Any suggestions for getting these off?

Thanks.

-Dave

[Anthony F.]

Re: C1: Stupid question of the day

Dave,

Corvette Central and other Corvette parts suppliers sell a tool made for that nut.

However if you have some talent you can cut a socket to fit the flanges.

[Dave F.]

Re: C1: Stupid question of the day

Thanks for the tip Tony. You may be assuming too much, so I'll get on the phone to Corvette Central.

-Dave

[Christopher R.]

Re: C1: Stupid question of the day

Bet if you put a cloth over the nut, it'd protect your fingers enough that you could generate enough torque to unscrew them. Otherwise, the tool will work. There's a tendency with the tool to overtighten. Resist that urge.

[Dave F.]

Re: C1: Stupid question of the day

I tried that, but it didn't work. And yes, if I get the tool I'd only use it to remove the nut, not put it back on. Thanks for the tip.

-Dave

[Kent D.]

Re: C1: Stupid question of the day

Remove the grill, then you will have more room to work. Use an adjustable wrench.