I can tell you that it is a problem if you put crappy aftermarket bolts in
as I once did. I can't imagine OEM bolts breaking. If you have aftermarket,
go back to OEM. Even used ones. I presume you are torquing them to spec,
and have good serrated washers under them, and if I presume correctly then
I can't imagine what would cause it.

If you have trouble finding the right washers (not normal lock washers) use
the Nord-Lock washers you can get at Fastenal.

Jim

On Mon, Aug 27, 2012 at 11:12 AM, Bob Anderson <
ROBERTANDERSON294@comcast.net> wrote:

> Hello,
> I'm wondering if anyone has experienced a problem with vanagon rear axle
> bolts breaking? I have a 1986 2.1 auto trans and have been having a problem
> (breaking/loosening) with the rear axle bolts. I should also note that I
> notice a slightly hard engagement when putting into reversed. Does anyone
> know if this has been a common problem and if so what a possible solution
> might be?
> Bob A
>