OTC Tools 7090A 2-5/8" 1/2" Drive 6-Ear Locknut Socket

The OTC 7090A is a specialized 2-5/8" locknut socket designed for removal and installation of ball joint adjusting sleeves on Dana 44 open yoke front axles found in 1/2-ton, 3/4-ton, and 1-ton 4WD vehicles. This professional-grade tool features a 1/2-inch square drive and 6-ear design for secure engagement.

Key Features:

• 2-5/8" six-ear locknut socket configuration
• 1/2-inch square drive for use with standard ratchets and torque wrenches
• Constructed from high-strength steel with hardened design to resist rounding
• Permits easy torquing with 1-inch socket for correct upper ball joint preload
• Professional-grade tool built to OTC quality standards

Vehicle Applications:

• 1973-1981 GM 3/4-ton and 1-ton trucks
• 1978-1984 Ford F-Series heavy-duty 3/4-ton and 1-ton 4WD trucks
• Chrysler, International, and Jeep 4WD vehicles with Dana 44 front axles

This socket is an essential tool for front-end service work on older 4WD trucks and SUVs equipped with Dana 44 axles, allowing technicians to properly adjust and torque ball joint sleeves to manufacturer specifications.