Re: Tool for 854kq CV joint

[Brendan Rudack <rudack@ucsub.Colorado.EDU>]

On Sat, 21 Jun 1997, John Russell wrote:

> There are 6 bolts hold the half-axle to the drivetrain. These bolts are
> NOT torx but have an 8point star pattern. 

They are actualy a 12-point pattern.  THe tool is referred to as a 12
point or a triple-square.  If your in a bind run down to the Auto parts
store and pick up a set of these.  I got mine from Carquest for something
like $13 for 4 different sizes.  I don't recommend buying these cheapies
since the tool may wreck the bolt.... Just be careful and obey the torque
(33 ft lb) spec...

Good luck!

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Brendan Rudack

rudack@umcc.umich.edu
rudack@ucsub.colorado.edu
Fenton, Michigan 
USA

'88 90q
coil-overs, G60s, 63mm exhaust, 
modified bumper....

'87 5000tq 
IA stage 2, ABT/Koni/Tokico's
working on modified bumper...

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