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Bored&Stroked · 03-07-2025, 03:04 PM

I probably would not go to 220 FT LBS, if you can get to 160 - 180, I would be comfortable with it. I would put some anti-seize lubricant on the threads.

It is a nerve-racking experience tightening these nuts (on any axle!) . . . makes my sphincter snap every time I do it! LOL

That said, torque it (hopefully it holds!) . . . drive it a bit (making sure you go around some corners to put side-load on it), then torque it again.

Then after a few more drives, check it again. If it can hold the initial torque after as few drives and retorques, then I'd feel good about it.

03-07-2025, 03:04 PM	#11
Bored&Stroked Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 5,723	Re: What options do I've left? I probably would not go to 220 FT LBS, if you can get to 160 - 180, I would be comfortable with it. I would put some anti-seize lubricant on the threads. It is a nerve-racking experience tightening these nuts (on any axle!) . . . makes my sphincter snap every time I do it! LOL That said, torque it (hopefully it holds!) . . . drive it a bit (making sure you go around some corners to put side-load on it), then torque it again. Then after a few more drives, check it again. If it can hold the initial torque after as few drives and retorques, then I'd feel good about it.