Thread: Outer CV Joint
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Old 12th April 2023, 12:03 PM
ainarssems ainarssems is offline
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I think the inner bolts are supposed to be use once too, pre-coated with blue threadlock to stop them from unscrewing. I know of several cases where they have been coming loose after reusing. I reuse the bolts but put a bit of mild version threadlock on them.
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