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What size nuts do I need for my 1.6Td Connecting rods???????
by
mtnbob
on 20 Jul, 2012 20:37
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I seem to have misplaced my connecting rod nuts. Putting everything back together and I can't figure out exactly what I need or where to get them. The dealership seems clueless as to what type of nuts are used. They only sell the complete connecting rod. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated
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#1
by
dave friday
on 22 Jul, 2012 02:49
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Have a look on vagcat.com you'll have to join.
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#2
by
theman53
on 22 Jul, 2012 05:40
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pretty sure they are m8-1.0 thread. But not 100%
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#3
by
mtnbob
on 23 Jul, 2012 16:19
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Nope, the 8 x 1 were too small
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#4
by
theman53
on 23 Jul, 2012 17:19
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Then m10-1.25.
I am almost sure they used those fine pitch not the regular metric pitches.
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#5
by
mtnbob
on 23 Jul, 2012 19:00
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will check it out tomorrow. Will grade 5 nuts be strong enough though?
??
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#6
by
theman53
on 23 Jul, 2012 19:46
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No grade 5 in metric. You want 10.9 or 12.9
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#7
by
mtnbob
on 24 Jul, 2012 06:43
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i'm guessing the general grade at the hardware store won't be tough enough??
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#8
by
BigVWman
on 24 Jul, 2012 07:24
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according to my ETKA they are M9x1 and are part number 068 105 427. I doubt any hardware store i could think of would have those. They are also supposed to be shouldered if your trying to match originals.
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#9
by
theman53
on 24 Jul, 2012 07:48
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all the rods I have are at the machine shop. I have spares as I am doing the ARP again. I don't know where my stock ones are. I didn't think Vw used the 9mm, just the audi TD??? I will know as soon as I find mine.
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#10
by
mtnbob
on 24 Jul, 2012 09:09
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Sucks if it is an off size. Is there any option other than buying ARP bolts and nuts for it?
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#11
by
rallydiesel
on 24 Jul, 2012 10:53
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I might have some in my spare parts bin.
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#12
by
rallydiesel
on 24 Jul, 2012 11:04
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Yes I have 8. You do know that ideally, the bolts should be replaced? If you still need the nuts, let me know. I will give them to you for $5 plus shipping. Might still be cheaper to go to the dealer.
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#13
by
mtnbob
on 24 Jul, 2012 13:38
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