> They aren't rounded that badly... just from me being an idiot and > applying torque with the allen socket not fully seated and at a slight > angle. Will definitely use a ball head next time!
I don't like the ball head idea much, but only because the tool is applying the full torque to a lesser area of the fastener's head. I think this risks bolt head deformation too. I'd think a properly seated allen bit with a U-Joint, if required, would be better. IIRC what these bolts need is just a very long Allen wrench, there's sufficient clearance for that to get past the runners while hitting the bolts straight on. Today I don't get to work on the 190D, I have to swap out a shaft seal on the transfer case of the Dodge. We're going on a road trip at the end of the week, and I'm sick of pouring ATF into the thing. -- Jim _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
