new STB installed but i have one question.....

Sniper06 · Oct 14th, 2005, 08:59 PM

do you have to tighten the nuts to a certain torque? i just tightened them by estimation.

**wes** · Oct 15th, 2005, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Sniper06

do you have to tighten the nuts to a certain torque? i just tightened them by estimation.

Which nuts? The ones on the top of the strut tower? If so then yes, the FSM lists the torque specs.

Sniper06 · Oct 15th, 2005, 12:04 AM

i see. i dont have a torque wrench right now. but i can borrow one from a friend. would it hurt the car if i drive it for about a week like this?

**wes** · Oct 15th, 2005, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Sniper06

i see. i dont have a torque wrench right now. but i can borrow one from a friend. would it hurt the car if i drive it for about a week like this?

HAHA heck no, just make sure they are nice and snug.... CHeck them in a day or two after driving to make sure they are still tight.

Sniper06 · Oct 15th, 2005, 12:25 AM

lol i know its laughable. i just wanted to make sure. thanks man!