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Re: [T3] post rear brake musings


On 12 Sep 98, at 22:44, David Yaghoubian wrote:

> I had the same problem with my rear brake drum bolds (the 2 allen-head
> ones) which also showed wear from mechanic's chisels. Last tiem I did a
> rear brake job I swore I was going to replace them, then couldn't find any
> at my FLAPS. Does anyone know the part number for these  so I can order them?

If you will use a bit of antiseize on the threads, the chisel trick 
will work forever.  Just lube and tighten with the 6mm Allen wrench 
so they are not too tight (the lug bolts actually do all the work 
here.)  And then use the chisel again next time, only if you need to.

Jim
 
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Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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