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      11-11-2013, 07:04 PM   #1
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Lower Control Arm question

Does the knuckle spins while torquing the nut
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      11-12-2013, 09:31 AM   #2
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It can, but see that hex head built into the top of the bolt? You use that to hold it still.
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Ok but if I'm using a torque to apply the specific torque from the Bentley manual.
The torque will be on top of the knuckle so how can I hold it to prevent to spins
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Ok but if I'm using a torque to apply the specific torque from the Bentley manual.
The torque will be on top of the knuckle so how can I hold it to prevent to spins
use impact then torque...it will not move. I have done 15 sets this way. If no impact, tighten nut with box end wrench and hold with torx bit until tight then torque to spec.
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Ok thanks for helping
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