Hi
Yesterday I successfully replaced the rear brake disc and pads on the driver side rear wheel on my 97 Jetta GT. I had to go to Sears and Checker Auto 2x each to get various tools, a halogen light as it got dark, and other things :-) but it was successful. I used both the Bentley and Haynes manuals.
Today, with my knowledge gained yesterday :-), I am doing the passenger side rear. However, the two bolts with the female hex openings that hold the caliper bracket seem to thoroughly be rusted in place. I have soaked them repeatedly with some super penetrating rust buster I bought as well as some WD40. Using a socket male hex end I have been trying to loosen them up. On one of them, the socket ratchet suddenly gave way and the inside seems to be stripped out :-( and the other one has been damaged inside but not yet stripped when the male hex end suddenly popped out.
I would like some hints and help on how to get these bolts out ( obviously they will have to be replaced).
I am wishing that VW used standard bolts with normal hex bolt heads ( outside) so I could use a normal socket. They are easier to control...
Thanks for any hints and help Chad