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stevosky Officially Full-On Dubber

232 posts · joined May 2003 ·

#128891
I know it has probably been asked a million times before but I can't find any info in previous posts.Can anybody tell me what tension the rear axle nuts need to be done up to.I think it is 250 foot pounds but can't remember exactly.
Thanks Steve

vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#128894
Ive read differing torque values but the one i use is 316 Ft Lbs. Never had a problem with an axle nut or flywheel comming loose.
I read it on FACEBOOK so it must be true


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555bug WRX Bug Boy

1,123 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#128994
V.F.T

Che Castro ankle straps

1,945 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#129004
get 1.5m pole and jump on it with a 36mm socket on the other end. the cotter pin should prevent the nut coming off in the event of not tightening it up enough.
Jon

vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#129507
Yes Ben I agree cause Ive done that sheared a gland nut in half
I read it on FACEBOOK so it must be true


http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=91278&page=1#pid848630


http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=63561&page=1#pid624099


http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=4832&page=1#pid452603


http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=60650&page=1#pid574409

Jenny Officially Full-On Dubber

352 posts · joined Jun 2003 ·

#129932
My Bentley manual for 1970 - 1979 beetle/super/ghia states 217 ft/lb for the brake drum to shaft slotted (castle) nut, but I have also read else where 250 ft/lb