Reusing Axle Bolts

[gsjohnson]

Any opinions on reusing the axle joint bolts? Several auto manufacturers recommend replacing the axle bolts when removing them. I was just wondering if that was the case with my 68 SWB 911.

[aadrew10]

it'll probably work

[RWebb]

do you mean the CV bolts?

inspect threads & wrenching feature carefully - reuse if ok

replace Schnorr washers each time

[DRACO A5OG]

My wrench does it all the time. He only replace when they are questionable. +1 on the washers, a must.

[aston@ultrasw.c]

You can get schnorr washers from porsche but they are rather spendy

Or you can get them from McMaster Carr $11/100

McMaster-Carr

and they even come in a bag with the schnorr logo

[gsjohnson]

Yes the CV joint bolts. Thanks for the responses.

[BK911]

Aston, would you happen to have a part number? I would like to order these. Thanks, BK

[cashflyer]

Many do. Many do not.
People have differing opinions about the bolt stretch under torque, etc, and many people make their decision based on whether the car is DD or raced.

I do not reuse them.

[5:04]

Just did my rear wheel bearings and I replaced them since they have a tendency to strip (Spent 2 hours getting stripped one out) and they're cheap insurance.

[rusnak]

They're so cheap, I usually toss em. Check out your local hardware store for the bolts.

[RWebb]

local hardware store???

[gtc]

aka fastenal.com or mcmaster.com

[aston@ultrasw.c]

Originally Posted by BK911

Aston, would you happen to have a part number? I would like to order these. Thanks, BK

I thought my link would send you directly to the part but I guess not

here's the # 93501A031

[BK911]

Ordered. Thanks!!

[aston@ultrasw.c]

If anyone is in the Maryville area, BK911 has 100 of the bastards.

[Flat6pac]

I was looking at the Bolt Depot and they are $24/100 for half shaft or pressure plate 12.9s
Bruce

[rusnak]

Originally Posted by RWebb

local hardware store???

Yes, these are plain Grade 12.9 bolts,w automotive quality coating - nothing special.

[RWebb]

be glad you can get 12.9 at your local hardware store

be SURE they ARE 12.9 ...

[rusnak]

We have some good hardware stores here. The bolts I'm talking about are stamped 12.9. And depending on which cv boot kit you use, there are different bolt lengths too.

[FIG]

Originally Posted by 5:04

Just did my rear wheel bearings and I replaced them since they have a tendency to strip (Spent 2 hours getting stripped one out) and they're cheap insurance.

Ummm... how'd you get it out may I ask
It seems I have a stripped one....