CV Joint 12 Point tool Size?

[nuts4nine14s]

Looking for the size tool I need to remove the CV Joints from the transaxle.

I would like to buy a craftsman tool. I read over the Engine drop tech article but it only states it as a 12 point tool. I need something more specific. Anyone know what I need?

Luke

[914helo]

The markings on mine are worn off but if I recall it's an 8 mm. I clean out where the tool goes then lightly tap it in. Never stripped one that way. Hope that helps.
Kent

[echocanyons]

8mm is right

[Dave at Pelican Parts]

M8 Triple Square. AKA, in VW Bug circles, as "the CV Joint Socket". This is not a 12-point Allen key; Allen sockets have 60-degree corners and the triple square sockets have 90-degree corners.

--DD

[Jason Porter]

Try this tool:

http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/shopcart/9144/POR_9144_suspen_pg6.htm#item23

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I have the NAPA one as well as the PP one.