Re: Busted Axle
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Originally Posted by deuce_roadster
Lighter car, and way less HP and torque.
Again I mention not to try to pull the alxe nut up to 200 lbs in 1 pull. Take it half way, drive around the block and you will be surprised how much it loosened. I usually do this until it stops moving and then take it up to the final torque and then insert the cotter pin.
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This is another good point on getting those axle nuts properly torqued. I've experienced the need to re torque axle nuts several times to finally get them set to the correct torque.
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