Front axle pinch cap bolt driver size

[Mrfunman]

While installing my front wheel I striped one of the screws for the pinch cap with a 5mm hex socket. 3/16 is even smaller and the 7/32 is to big. is there a special driver for these srews.

Rob

Oh ya I have a 2008 FLSTC

 

[Spade5]

I don't know the size but might suggest a high quality 6 point socket. It doesn't seem like a bolt with that small of a head should be that tight. I use one of those impact drivers you tap with a hammer and 6 point impact sockets for the bigger stuff. It probably would not be practical in this case but it has saved my bacon more than once over the years.

Wish I could help - good luck.

 

[irnman]

I had the same problem. I think it was a 12 point socket that I ended up using.