SyncroWesty wrote: > Why must I use a Bar Type Torque Wrench on the Cylinder Head Bolts? While I > have 3 click type torque wrenches I do not own a bar type. > > Is the Bently manual wrong on this? As it is about removing the crankshaft > pulley, and Fuel Injectors? > > Would setting a Click Type Wrence to 1 ft/lb over spec work? > > I don't want to go buy a bar type wrench. > > Thanks, > > Cory > > . > Clickers are notoriously inaccurate. IF your clicker has been calibrated in the last year, it *should* be fine. If not, you need a beam type to calibrate it with! As always, YMMV (and it this case, varying could mean leaky heads or broken studs.) Jim -- If there is light in the soul, there will be beauty in the person. If there is beauty in the person, there will be harmony in the house. If there is harmony in the house, there will be order in the nation. If there is order in the nation, there will be peace in the world. ~ Chinese Proverb ~ |
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