Date:         Tue, 8 Jan 2013 08:49:50 -0500
Reply-To:     David Beierl <dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET>
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From:         David Beierl <dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET>
Subject:      Re: Wheel tightening technique
Comments: To: Scott Daniel - Turbovans <scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM>
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At 02:59 AM 1/8/2013, Scott Daniel - Turbovans wrote:
>what does that actually mean 'reduces the required torque' ?

It means that you are required to reduce the tightening torque by the
indicated factor to avoid over-torquing the bolt.

Incidentally VW specifically warns to install lug bolts/nuts dry -
IIRC there is a sticker to that effect inside the rear hatch of mine.

Yours,
David

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