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Date:         Sat, 7 Feb 2015 12:42:06 -0600
Reply-To:     Ralph Meyermann <ralphmeyermann@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Ralph Meyermann <ralphmeyermann@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Inner tie rod
Comments: To: Michael <mikewelldon@icloud.com>
In-Reply-To:  <3A10B768-B491-4894-8965-E9A6FA03A9F4@icloud.com>
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Can you change the angle/position of the rack in the vice to provide better
leverage?


Velma 82 1.9L AAZ TD Westy
On Feb 7, 2015 11:49 AM, "Michael" <mikewelldon@icloud.com> wrote:


> Hello everybody!
>
> I'm doing my inner tie rods for the first time with the rack out. I'm
> using a torque wrench to get the 51ft lbs recommended. However, with the
> inner tie rod tool it doesn't seem to be getting to the torque spec without
> lifting the whole rack off the table (no vise).
>
> So, do most of you just tighten it up real good and call it a day? Or!
> What's the best way to get the proper torque?
>
> Mike
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