Date:         Mon, 4 Sep 2000 16:58:34 -0400
Reply-To:     Lawrence Johnson <larry_avery.johnson@SYMPATICO.CA>
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From:         Lawrence Johnson <larry_avery.johnson@SYMPATICO.CA>
Subject:      Re: ??? LUG NUTS & FRETTING CORROSION???
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Rich,
Yes, an easy solution is to back off the lug bolts and retorque (133 lb-ft) them
about every 3-4 months. This way the corrosion never gets a real good foot hold.
-Larry

> What can be done to ease the removal of Vanagon lug nuts?  I have always had
> a bitch of a time taking off the lug nuts.  I think this is caused by
> fretting corrosion whose effect is compounded by their metallurgical
> composition and heat treatment.
> <snip>  All I want is to be able to remove my wheels in a
> predictable manner.  Any suggestions?

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