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07-08-2011, 01:18 PM | #1 |
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Using a torque wrench.
I've often wondered, when the specs call for a torque of say 80 to 90 foot pounds, is it best to just torque to 80 or split the difference and go with 85?
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07-08-2011, 01:27 PM | #2 |
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Using a torque wrench.
If thats what they call for, anywhere in that range is adequate.
Id probably go to the max myself.
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07-08-2011, 04:51 PM | #3 |
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Using a torque wrench.
I'm with Steve. If it called for a range I would go for the max. It shouldn't break anything if their specs call for a range like that.
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07-08-2011, 06:07 PM | #4 |
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Using a torque wrench.
There is probably some slight mechanic error with the wrench. I too would just go for the max.
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07-08-2011, 07:34 PM | #6 |
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Using a torque wrench.
It also makes a difference if the threads are lubricated or not.
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Using a torque wrench.
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Using a torque wrench.
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Using a torque wrench.
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07-11-2011, 12:27 PM | #13 |
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Using a torque wrench.
I usually tighten the bolts till they break, then back off a half turn.
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07-11-2011, 12:36 PM | #14 |
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Using a torque wrench.
That's nothing. You haven't lived until you've broken a tap in an engine block. ;)
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Using a torque wrench.
Ive done stuff like that more than once, language gets colorful then.
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