Re: [T3] Leaky oil cooler -- tin fastener tangent

[Jim Adney <jadney@vwtype3.org>]

On 13 May 2004 at 22:09, Toby Erkson wrote:

> Personally, I haven't found it necessary to monster-torque the screws down
> nor the hex bolts so I really don't see the worry with using an Allen
> wrench. 

I agree that these don't need to be tightened all that much when installing. 
It's the UNinstalling where the problem arises.

Personally, I think that most of the problem with the slotted head screws is 
solved when you get a big enough screwdriver. I think the one I use is about 
16" long, and fits the whole screw slot. Slots where rust has significantly 
reduced the amount of purchase are also a problem, but this could happen with 
any shape of steel head. There are still a few screws that are hard to get a 
screwdriver straight into, especially with the engine in the car. For those, I 
really like the hex heads, so I can get a box end wrench on them from the side.


-- 
Jim Adney
jadney@vwtype3.org
Madison, WI 53711-3054
USA

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