Date:         Mon, 11 Jul 2005 03:08:09 EDT
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From:         George Goff <THX0001@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: lug nut torque?
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In a message dated 7/11/05 1:46:30 AM, dhaynes@OPTONLINE.NET writes:

<< 4-way lug wrenches are not the best tool for removing lugs. Go to Sears
and get the long 1/2" drive breaker bar and a 19mm impact socket. >>

A 4-way lug wrench is the best hand tool for removing lugs.  The forces
applied to a 4-way lug wrench are opposite, equal and additive; half of the
required torque is applied to one leg of the 4-way, half to the other.  As a result,
a 4-way has no tendency to roll off the fastener as does a socket on a breaker
bar.  Additionally, if ever needed, the 4-way can be supported on center with
a deadman and a cheater bar slipped over one of its arms.  Of course I'm
talking about a metric (for a Vanagon, at least), well-made, full size 4-way.

Also, did you ever try to spin a breaker bar?  Look out front teeth, here it
comes.

George