Just replacing a CV joint and I haven't been able to find out what the correct torque spec is for the Axle bolt. I know the factory bolt is a 17mm allen but this new one is a standard metric bolt.. The kit didn't come with any instructions.

 

what year? engine?

 

oh sorry.

98 A4 1.8L T

 

pretty sure its like 170 ft lbs, but i always have just torqued it down pretty good with a breaker bar. and i never buy new bolts either. never failed me yet

 

Thanks! Also I found out that it's not a 17mm Allen it's a 14mm one. I've been on the hunt all night trying to find a 14mm or even a 9/16" allen socket/wrench.. none of the parts stors here have them and neither does the sears or harbor freight.