Subject: Re: Torque specs for oil pan
Author: Patrick Hayes
Date: Mar 14, 2002, 12:37 PM
Post ID: 1709850479
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In a message dated 3/14/02 11:49:56 AM Pacific Standard Time,
richp-@hotmail.com writes:
| ? I already have one bolt snapped off in there from the P.O. |
It is much more common for them to strip than to snap off. When in doubt, go
with less pressure. My rule of thumb is using a 1/4 drive ratchet handle;
fingers only; no palm grip; no wrist; no elbow. Whatever pressure I can get
with my fingers is plenty.
Patrick
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It is much more common for them to strip than to snap off. When in doubt, go with less pressure. My rule of thumb is using a 1/4 drive ratchet handle; fingers only; no palm grip; no wrist; no elbow. Whatever pressure I can get with my fingers is plenty.<BR>
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Patrick</FONT>
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