When I installed new CV's I upgraded to the Porsche 12 point socket head
screws. I think I got them from Ken at Vanagain. com.

John Rodgers
88 GL Driver

Dave Arthur wrote:
> I�m in the process of refurbishing my drive shafts and CV joints on my �86
> (2.1 standard) Westy.
>
> I have new boots and the proper type and quantity of grease, however, the
> PO/previous mechanic had rounded out the heads of the socket head screws
> holding the CV joints in place. I got them out, but now to replace them.
>
> They are 8mm x 48mm grade 10.9 socket head screws. I have found a supply of
> 8mm x 50mm grade 12.9.
>
> Question, will the higher grade be a problem and how important is the 48mm
> length?
>
> Dave Arthur
>
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