You don't want to re-use the bolts. They are P.C. 12.9 fasteners and they
need to be torqued to 32 ft. lbs.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Ian Allan
Sent: Sunday, April 13, 2008 11:11 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: CV Joints

Just a follow up on last night's question about CV Joint removal on
my 85. I'm happy to be able to say my engine+transmission are out of
the van. The CV joints were a challenge. I purchased two new 6mm
Allen key socket tools, ground the end of one to remove any radius at
the tip and went to work. The tool slipped in the first two bolts!
Next came the bolt out. I had gone to Sears to buy a set of their
impact bolt outs as suggested by Mike Collum but alas they did not
have stock. I had a set of wrench driven bolt outs and used a socket
and extension and hammer to set the bolt out, then a ratchet to break
the CV bolt loose. Finally an electric impact and socket to spin the
bolt out. The bolt out made minor marking on the outside of socket
head cap screws, I am sure that I will be able to reuse them if I
wish. The bolt out made the work easy, I never bothered with the
Allen wrench again.

Two things. I have an automotive hoist in my shop. I was able to
stand while working on these devils. I have ultimate respect for
anyone working on their back off a creeper.

Most important is the wonderful response that I got WITHIN MINUTES
from Mike, Neil and Daryl. This list is so great! Thanks guys.

Ian