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Old 12-03-2007, 12:12 PM
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Default How to torque the TRE lock nut...
After I replaced my TRE, I simply used my best judgement to tighten the lock nut to what I believe the torque specs are (30 lb/ft). Is there a specialized torque wrench that allows one to torque such a nut?

The torque wrench I have doesn't work as it is intended for use with socket nuts.
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Use a crows foot socket on your torque wrench, or just let your alignment guy do it.
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Default If I do that... do I have to be concerned about any
changes in torque values because the torque wrench is connected to the crow socket (e.g. increased or decreased torque, etc).
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Default Torque by Feel. Seriously, I believe in torque wrenches, but for this one, just tighten
the snot out of it (not too much, though) and you'll be good : )
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Default Torque to GERMAN SPEC.....
goodentight!!!!!
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close....guttentite!
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Default Yes. If the crows foot is straight in line with the torque wrench it adds
torque as it just got longer. If it is at a 90 deg angle it is the same value.
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