Spindle bolt that holds steering rack to sindle broken. I'm open for solutions.
03-08-2009, 11:55 AM
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Spindle bolt that holds steering rack to sindle broken. I'm open for solutions.
<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/152346/sspx0496.jpg"></center><p>There's no head on the other side.?????
03-08-2009, 12:51 PM
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the "pinch bolt" correct? Were you changing tie rod ends?
you're right, there's a head on one side and a nut on the other.
Do you have air tools? I've had pretty good luck with an air hammer and it looks like you have a little bit of a recess to center it.
I would soak it like crazy with PB Blaster, don't use WD-40. Worst case, you'll have to drill it out. Not fun but doable.
Bob
Do you have air tools? I've had pretty good luck with an air hammer and it looks like you have a little bit of a recess to center it.
I would soak it like crazy with PB Blaster, don't use WD-40. Worst case, you'll have to drill it out. Not fun but doable.
Bob
03-09-2009, 07:47 AM
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It's head is obviously broken off. Try driving it out with a smaller diameter bolt and a hammer and
always use new nuts and bolts when doing these kind of jobs because of metal fatigue.
Also use the correct torque to fasten them and never overtighten.
The forces inflicted on suspension-parts are tremendous.
I saw these bolts come out bent, more than once.
Also use the correct torque to fasten them and never overtighten.
The forces inflicted on suspension-parts are tremendous.
I saw these bolts come out bent, more than once.
03-09-2009, 04:45 PM
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I received these (1/2 of the equation) I'm waiting for the Bilstein Sport Shocks (other 1/2)..
<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/152346/sspx0498.jpg"></center><p>When I lower my car this weekend I'll replace the bolt. Yes I guess I need the size. Do I purchase at the dealer, is this a special bolt?
03-09-2009, 04:46 PM
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Re: yep, you're right... it's keyed on one side/nut on the other. I can measure one if you need it.
When I lower my car this weekend I'll replace the bolt. Yes I guess I need the size. Do I purchase at the dealer, is this a special bolt?
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