>      VW, I have found, has a real problem with over tight lug bolts.
>        I think this is because of the precision of the bolt rim
>        interface, being to accrate. I always tighten mine by hand 
>        or use a torch wrench.
> 
>       NEVER LET THE BRAIN DEAD CORNER MECHANIC TIGHTEN THE LUGS
>       WITH AN AIR WRENCH.  
> 
>                                Eric Zeno
I insisted the tire shop use a torque wrench, and I've done the same 
ever since & not had a problem getting them off with a cross bar.
Shawn & Janis Wright
'88 Westy (336k) '85 Jetta TD (363k)
VWnut@smus.bc.ca (swright@smus.bc.ca)
http://www.islandnet.com/~swright/vw.html