I have an 06 EG standard. I need to adjust the passing lamps ( I don't think the MOCO or dealer adjust these at all, just slap them on). I have a service manual and it sounds very simple.
Remove the turn signal indicators by removing two screws each. Under the passing lamp in a nut. Loosen the nut, adjust the lamp, tighten the nut, and replace the turn signal.
Simple enough.
Problem is getting to the two alen head screws that hold the turn signal on. I have attempted this twice and quit. My guess is about an hour each side to remove the turn signals, then an hour each side to put them back on. There is very little room to turn the alen wrench. Very tiny little turns at a time. I just don't have the patience.
I know there is a better way, any ideas or experiences would be appreciated

Thanks for your time,

Doug

 

Do you have a ball ended allen wrench? That may help. Most guys complain about the nut on the passing lamp. It is more difficult than the signals IMO.

 

Get a set of ball-tipped allen wrenches.

 

what was said about the ball end allen wrenches.............makes life sooooooooooooo much easier

 

Thanks guys, Ill be getting some "ball end" wrenches.

Thanks again,
Doug

 

Anybody found a suitable and cheaper replacement for the Snap-on flare nut socket FRX181 that holds the passing lamp?

Here's what it looks like

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item....2&group_ID=262

 

You could buy an entire set of chinese deep sockets (the black ones not the chrome) for about $10 and take a sawsall cut the one size you need out like the Snap-on one. Put it a vise and keep oil on the blade as you cut. Smooth it up with a file and belt sander, then paint it to prevent rust.

 

>>Anybody found a suitable and cheaper replacement for the Snap-on flare nut socket >>FRX181 that holds the passing lamp?

I took a 9/16 deep socket and cut down the length of the socket so
the socket can slip the wire in and out the bottom. Then I use vise grip
and clamp on to the socket works great for me.


Dennis

 

That's a good idea. I'll have to go shopping at the tool bargain bin. Those cheap sockets should be easy to cut because they work about one time on a nut before they stretch out an become worthless.

 

I think I would use a good socket to cut up. I know it hurts, but if the cheap ones stretch normally, how bad are they going to be with a slot in the side?