Thanks, I was only planning a small drop size dose on the threads unlike
some people I know who slather it on like butter. I figure a drop size
shouldn't drastically effect the torque.

Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy
On Oct 12, 2013 9:14 AM, "Miguel Pacheco" <mundopacheco@gmail.com> wrote:

> I know that there has been a bit of discourse over whether anti seize
> affects torque values. I'm of the school of thought that believes it does.
> When I worked for Atlantic Richfield, we had specific company rules
> surrounding the use of anti seize. That may be a more tedious conversation
> than necessary, but, in short, I think that using it will complicate what
> is a pretty simple process and likely generate a 'best lubricant' like
> debate.
> I use a tiny drop of medium strength loctite, but really don't know how
> effective this is, as the cv grease generally infiltrates everything in the
> area. Then I torque to 33 ft lbs and call it good. I do frequently check
> these bolts for any looseness during the first several hundred miles. I've
> done several dozen of these and finding a loose one has been very rare. I
> always switch the allen bolts for the triple square. When removing, I spray
> all bolts with penetrant, clean the recesses and blow with compressed air,
> then fit the triple square onto the the bolt head and give it a couple of
> whacks with my 5 lb sledge. This causes the threads to release. Once ready
> to remove the bolt, I apply force gently, never jerking. Once loose, I use
> the air ratchet.
> Good luck,
> Miguel
>
> Miguel
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Oct 12, 2013 at 6:04 AM, ralph meyermann <ralphmeyermann@gmail.com
> > wrote:
>
>> Also I just thought, is it wise to use anti seize on those bolts? I had an
>> issue once with my boss/driver putting anti seize on the bolts that attach
>> the drive flanges to the wide 5 hubs on a dirt latemodel and they would
>> always loosen up. Thanks again!
>>
>> Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy
>> On Oct 11, 2013 10:34 PM, "Dennis Haynes" <d23haynes57@hotmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>> > Both greases will work. I use the stuff in the kit. Pack the joint
>> itself
>> > and stuff the extra in the flange cavities. Avoid the temptation to
>> stuff
>> > the boots. Get a torque wrench and get those bolts to 32 ft. lb.
>> >
>> > Dennis
>> >
>> > -----Original Message-----
>> > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On
>> Behalf Of
>> > ralph meyermann
>> > Sent: Friday, October 11, 2013 8:37 PM
>> > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>> > Subject: Re: CV joint socket size?
>> >
>> > My gkn lobro  CV joints arrived today yay! One question do I use the
>> grease
>> > they came with or upgrade? I do have 2 New tubes of Mobil One synthetic.
>> > Thanks again!
>> >
>> > Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy
>> > On Oct 11, 2013 5:20 PM, "ralph meyermann" <ralphmeyermann@gmail.com>
>> > wrote:
>> >
>> > > Ive got an 8 mm 12 pt coming and will be here in the morning , as
>> > > always Thanks for the help again!
>> > >
>> > > Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy
>> > > On Oct 11, 2013 2:37 PM, "Scott Daniel" <scottdaniel@turbovans.com>
>> > wrote:
>> > >
>> > >>  Without looking you can't really be sure if they are the original
>> > >> 6mm allen screw type ( most likely  ) or the later 12 point type
>> > >> which takes a special tool.
>> > >>
>> > >> Most vans I see still have the 6mm allen screws.
>> > >> I usually change them over to the much better 12 point type.
>> > >>
>> > >>
>> > >>
>> > >>  On 10/11/2013 10:10 AM, ralph meyermann wrote:
>> > >>
>> > >> Hi all! My cv joints should be here today or tomorrow and I forgot to
>> > >> get the right size tool to remove them, I have a small town next day
>> > >> NAPA and want to get them done tomorrow, my Bentley is at home. Could
>> > >> anyone give me the size? Without looking I believe they are the 12
>> > >> point? Thanks Velma 82 1.9L AAZ td westy
>> > >>
>> > >>
>> > >>
>> > >>
>> >
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