Ed,
I think the general consensus is that they are unnecessary. go ahead and
take 'em out.
----- Original Message -----
From: Ed Shultz <eshultz@GENUITY.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2001 7:47 AM
Subject: Urgent Question about Brake Drums

> Hi All,
>
> I'm installing my new 15" Passat rims on my '87 Syncro. The rears wont fit
> properly because of the 2 hex screws on the outside face of the brake
> drums. Should I just remove them? According to the Bentley manual, it
> appears they don't do anything. If I remove them, will this allow water
and
> dirt to enter the brake drum area?
>
> My wheels are off, please help.
>
> -Ed
> Ed Shultz
> 1987 Syncro GL
>