(October 31, 2019 at 1:52 pm)Shell B Wrote:(October 30, 2019 at 4:38 pm)onlinebiker Wrote: I have had to correct what "mechanics" have hosed up too many times to put trust in their ability.
When I do the job - it gets done right....i am not in a hurry.
I actually use a torque wrench on lugnuts fer crissakes..... For a reason....
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Proof - my SO drives a car that I have overhauled and serviced, back and forth to work daily - 42 miles one way - in a 23 year old car, with no problems.
Care to try it?
I use a torque wrench on lug nuts if I have one handy. It's not that rare a habit. It's how I was taught.
Do you know why?
Hint - it's not to make sure it's tight.