Date:         Thu, 13 Apr 2006 11:52:58 -0400
Reply-To:     Jonathan Farrugia <jfarrugi@UMICH.EDU>
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From:         Jonathan Farrugia <jfarrugi@UMICH.EDU>
Subject:      Re: torquing axle nuts
Comments: To: monte merrick <montemerrick@SPEAKEASY.NET>
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you calculate the torque you exert on the nut.

torque = force x lever arm

torque = your weight x the length of the breaker bar or ratchet.

jonathan

On Thu, 13 Apr 2006, monte merrick wrote:

> say
>
> without the very expensive torque wrench just how does one tighten the
> axle nut to 350ft lbs
>
> thanks
>
> monte
>
>
> 84 gl - gas burning guilt ridden climate wrecking friend - i love it so
>
>
>

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