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Waiz · 12-03-2013, 10:50 PM

I don't even think it makes a difference between 80 and 85, both do the job effectively to tighten the lugs down correctly

Maybe if you go in the 100's but 80 or 85 makes no real difference between the two

Rusty · 12-04-2013, 10:29 AM

80 or 85. That's splittin' hairs. LOL

SouthArk370Z · 12-04-2013, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Waizzz

I don't even think it makes a difference between 80 and 85, both do the job effectively to tighten the lugs down correctly

Maybe if you go in the 100's but 80 or 85 makes no real difference between the two

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rusty

80 or 85. That's splittin' hairs. LOL

+1. Considering all the variables involved (condition of fasteners, accuracy/repeatability of wrench, &c), +/- 5 lb-ft isn't a big deal. Get them as close to spec as you can but don't be obsessive about it. Getting them even is important; be consistent.

kenchan · 12-04-2013, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

+1. Considering all the variables involved (condition of fasteners, accuracy/repeatability of wrench, &c), +/- 5 lb-ft isn't a big deal. Get them as close to spec as you can but don't be obsessive about it. Getting them even is important; be consistent.

yah, why bother using a torque wrench. just go by feel.

kenchan · 12-04-2013, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Waizzz

I don't even think it makes a difference between 80 and 85, both do the job effectively to tighten the lugs down correctly

Maybe if you go in the 100's but 80 or 85 makes no real difference between the two

my snapon torque wrench says otherwise.

aluminum ones break if overtorqued. they are very fragile vs steel lugs.

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