Propshaft removal: torx heads

Stance · Jul 30, 2021

Planning to do VCU replacement this weekend and went under the car to check the tools needed. Both prop ends use torx E12 & E10. My set is 1/2" and socket doesn't fit properly because of the bulge. Have you used 3/8" sockets for these? Have to go shopping first time in the morning..

andyfreelandy · Jul 30, 2021

Torx spanner or 3/8 drive fits OK.

J_D · Jul 30, 2021

Not done it, but it looks like either 3/8" or deep torx socket.
Glad you pointed it out for future work

Stance · Jul 30, 2021

andyfreelandy said:
Torx spanner or 3/8 drive fits OK.

Great, going to get those tomorrow. Thanks Andy.

andyfreelandy · Jul 30, 2021

You will need a short 3/8 extension too so that your ratchet doesn't foul. Best not to round them with the wrong tools or you'll be under there all day.

Stance · Jul 30, 2021

andyfreelandy said:
Best not to round them with the wrong tools or you'll be under there all day.

Exactly. That’s why I want to plan these jobs beforehand.

Nodge68 · Jul 30, 2021

Stance said:
Great, going to get those tomorrow. Thanks Andy.

I use deep E Torx sockets for the CV joint end, and standard length E Torx for the diff flange bolts.
The deep E Torx are also required for the FL2 prop flanges too, so my set will still get use.

GrumpyGel · Jul 31, 2021

I've managed it with 'regular' sockets/spanners - but I may have been lucky. Your car looks nice an clean, little corrosion, which is good for a punt with non-torx kit. The nuts are hex, you 'just' need to hold the bolts still.

J_D · Jul 31, 2021

Stance said:
Great, going to get those tomorrow. Thanks Andy.

Always nice to get some new, shiny tools

Stance · Jul 31, 2021

Got the assembly down easily. Other prop dropped off as soon as the bolt was loosened but the other one gave a good fight...New VCU with bearings and washers now in place. Tomorrow I will put all together back into car. So, this far all good

Thanks again for help guys.

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