The floor lashing points

[AntonGangsta]

Hi everybody,

I wonder, if it easy to unscrew this joint? I would like to mount a bracket there to fasten the bed.

Which tool do I need?
it seems it is an unusual star (it is a standard VW)

 

[manfrotto]

They are a XZN (aka Triple Square) which are pretty common on VW's

 

[HubertK]

LEXIVON XZN Triple Square Spline Bit Socket Set, Size M4 M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M18 | Allen Key Socket Multiple Teeth 10 Pcs Set, for Torque Wrench, Ratchet Wrench, Impact Power Drills (LX-145) : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Shop LEXIVON XZN Triple Square Spline Bit Socket Set, Size M4 M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M18 | Allen Key Socket Multiple Teeth 10 Pcs Set, for Torque Wrench, Ratchet Wrench, Impact Power Drills (LX-145). Free delivery on eligible orders of £20 or more.

www.amazon.co.uk

This is a set you need, comes in very handy on all VW as all seatbelts, door striker bolts etc will be M10-M12

 

[Phil1878]

Torx bit. Not sure of the size but you can get a set of keys for less than a tenner from screwfix

 

[HubertK]

Torx bit. Not sure of the size but you can get a set of keys for less than a tenner from screwfix

Torx will most likely round off the bolt if they are tighten properly

 

[Phil1878]

Torx will most likely round off the bolt if they are tighten properly

Torx will get them out but they are xzn. My bad

 

[Pauly]

Also commonly known as spline bits
Torx are 6 point, spline are 12 point

 

[ORION]

Lexivon heads are great. Used my splines yesterday to remove all my lashing points and bolts ready for CNC timber floor battens to be glued down and then floor insulation.

 

[AntonGangsta]

Thanks guys!

Can I simply unscrew them and then screw back? Or I need to handle anything from the bottom side of the car?

 

[Pauly]

No access underneath required the nuts are captive

 

[Paynewright]

Also in an ‘emergency’ , an allen key will fit, as this is 6 pointed, but I wouldnt recommend tightening to a high torque.

#Iknowtousetherighttoolforthejobwhereverpossible!

 

[manfrotto]

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LEXIVON XZN Triple Square Spline Bit Socket Set, Size M4 M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M18 | Allen Key Socket Multiple Teeth 10 Pcs Set, for Torque Wrench, Ratchet Wrench, Impact Power Drills (LX-145) : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Shop LEXIVON XZN Triple Square Spline Bit Socket Set, Size M4 M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M18 | Allen Key Socket Multiple Teeth 10 Pcs Set, for Torque Wrench, Ratchet Wrench, Impact Power Drills (LX-145). Free delivery on eligible orders of £20 or more.

www.amazon.co.uk

This is a set you need, comes in very handy on all VW as all seatbelts, door striker bolts etc will be M10-M12

Worth getting a set if you are going to be doing any work on a VW/Audi, as they are very common on these cars.

 

[gilesjuk]

The splines are used on the seats (needed if you take apart the twin seat to fit a shorter base) and on the balljoints, which I've found are easier to disconnect from the wheel hub to change shocks/springs than releasing the balljoint from the arm (plus you should use a new nylock nut each time).