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On 27 Jun 2001, at 21:47, Bob Myers wrote:
> > > Maybe I should start collecting stamps instead.... I was removing the
> > > backing plates ('68 Notch) today and found that some PO had destroyed
> > > the threads in the steering knuckle. He then simply drilled the
> > > remaining threads out and the steering arm is now only held by the nut
> > > that holds the backing plate. Is this safe, or am I looking for a new
> > > steering knuckle?
> >
> > If it has stayed tight for a few years, then I would assume they
> > would stay tight forever. Rough road or off road driving would
> > probably be harder on these.
> >
> > -
> > *******************************
> > Jim Adney, jadney@vwtype3.org
>
> Wouldn't you have to worry about the possibility of stress fractures
> allowing a sudden failure?
That's always a possibility, but I don't think it's any different in this
situation. This certainly isn't the situation that we'd prefer, but I
think it's workable. If you're worried and have the parts apart
anyway, then consider replacing the bolts with new ones. Use
Locktite, or Nylon locking nuts if you can find them in M10 x 1.
-
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI 53711-3054
USA
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