Stripped cv joint bolts

[craigmakes3]

I have four hex bolts with stripped heads on my axle/cv joints where they connect at the wheels. Any suggestions on a solution? there must be a bolt removal tool that is made for this problem.

Thanks

[pors1968]

You can use a good pair vise grip.

[LakeCleElum]

Heat, as in oxy/acel torch + Kroil (or PB Blaster) + vice grips.

[BK911]

You may be able to clean out the bolts and insert the driver deeper into the head. Use a mallet to sink it in good.

[zippy_gg]

BFH and a cold chisel. Make a slot so the chisel will catch and try loosening by hitting with the BFH at an angle going counterclockwise of course.
I had to this for at least 2 bolts on each side.

[Rodsrsr]

If all else fails you can cut the heads off with a grinder.

[porterdog]

vice grips work great so long as the brakes are on.

[john walker's workshop]

[Dauner]

My thread with the same dilemma...

stripped 10mm CV joint bolt question

I ended up cutting it off with the heavier dremel cutting wheel.

Good luck

Mark

[ertech]

John Walkers tool works amazing for this , I think sears has a version

[Charles Freeborn]

The cold chisel method takes considerable practice and has unpleasant consequences if not done properly. Also difficult to do in tight spaces. I practiced for years on stripped out philips head case screws on Hondas.
Use the tool John illustrated.
-C

[JJ 911SC]

I end up cut the head of the bolt flush with the CV joint, remove the CV and use a pair of vice grip to take it out.

[timchar]

Thanks to a quick search and the infinite wisdom of John Walker, 4 stripped cv bolts were out in no time. Thanks John . Tim

[Hcarraro]

Care to share the model number and where you bought the kit?

Henry

[timchar]

From lowes
Not recommended to use with impact. For cv bolts the 1/2 inch/13 mm worked great, tapped on with rubber mallet and had all 4 stripped bolts out in 5 minutes. Good luck, Tim

[porsche930dude]

shoulda used the right tool in the first place. Tripple square 8mm if im not mistaken. cant use a torx bit

[Bob Kontak]

Originally Posted by porsche930dude

shoulda used the right tool in the first place. Tripple square 8mm if im not mistaken. cant use a torx bit

Nope, allen wrench. Six sided. Simple as that.

The only triple square I am aware of is for the door frame striker plate. I do believe it is 8mm.

OP did not state year of car. If is is a newer 911, 964 and forward, I can't comment. Wish my 81 had triple square but it does not. I just replaced all of them a few years back. Hex ports were getting tired and I am sure me and PO ham handing things was the problem.

I have the Irwin extractors. They are great but the bite can wear out over time on frequently used ones - i.e., 10mm size.

[timchar]

FYI Dude, I just bought the car and the damage was already done. Thank you for the insight though. Typical comment from a "self proclaimed genius" Tim

[Bob Kontak]

Originally Posted by timchar

FYI Dude, I just bought the car and the damage was already done. Thank you for the insight though. Typical comment from a "self proclaimed genius" Tim

Give him a Mulligan. He is most probably pissed off about something else. It can happen.

[tirwin]

I fully endorse Irwin tools.