driveshaft allen key bolts
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I'm going to replace my driveshaft today. I see it is held in place with 6mm allen key bolts. I am not a fan of allen key bolts as they often round out.
I'm just wondering what to do if this happens to me today. I will use PB Blaster before I start.
If you encountered rounded out bolts, how did you get around it (parden the pun)
I'm just wondering what to do if this happens to me today. I will use PB Blaster before I start.
If you encountered rounded out bolts, how did you get around it (parden the pun)
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well FYI, an allen fits into and provide better grip in to the bolt head better than a Torx bit. as was explained to me in Jaguar engine tech school on the new 5 litre last year. And thats why Jaguar "specs" allen head tool for the head bolts. (Nissan does too on my workshop manual for their engines too)
Ive used an allen head for years on these without issue and saves many here buying a special tool they use seldom
Ive used an allen head for years on these without issue and saves many here buying a special tool they use seldom
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