Oops, had a hit the wrong key and produced a typo:

VW N0102276 = Should be 7x12x11mm Hex

Thanks to Mr Sisler for the heads-up.
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Jim Thompson
84 GL 1.9 "Gloria"
84 Westfalia 2.1 "Ole Putt"
73 K Ghia Coupe "Denise"
72 411 Station Wagon "Pug"
oldvolkshome@gmail.com
http://www.oldvolkshome.com
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On 3/23/07, Old Volks Home <oldvolkshome@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> It might be noted that this separate drum/hub set up is utilized on all
> Type 2s & Vanagons from 71 thru 91.  Just replaced the brakes on "Gloria"
> this past week with just removing these bolts and the drum.  VW did
> something right in 71 when they intro'd this method (GM has been doing this
> for decades).  I've changed the rear brakes this way on a 71, 73, 74, 76,
> 77, 80, 84 & 86 doing it this way for the past 20 years.
>
> Keep in mind that this bolt John Rodgers speaks of is actually a 7mm bolt,
> 22mm long with a 11mm Hex Head (VW # N0102276).  Most fasteners are properly
> identified by the thread diameter, NOT the hex head in the fastener &
> automotive industry.  Something to keep in mind when ordering fasteners from
> your favorite supplier.
> --
> Jim Thompson
> 84 GL 1.9 "Gloria"
> 84 Westfalia 2.1 "Ole Putt"
> 73 K Ghia Coupe "Denise"
> 72 411 Station Wagon "Pug"
> oldvolkshome@gmail.com
> http://www.oldvolkshome.com
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>
> On 3/23/07, John Rodgers <inua@charter.net> wrote:
> >
> > I think every Newby on the list - and maybe some Oldies  as well -
> > should be told ----
> >
> > YOU DO NOT HAVE TO REMOVE THE REAR AXLE NUT TO CHANGE THE REAR BRAKES!!
> >
> > That said, here is the reason.
> >
> > On the face of the brake drum there is a 14 mm bolt that holds the drum
> > to the stub axle flange to prevent the drum from coming loose when
> > changing a tire.
>
>
> <SNIP>
>