you calculate the torque you exert on the nut.

torque = force x lever arm

torque = your weight x the length of the breaker bar or ratchet.

jonathan

On Thu, 13 Apr 2006, monte merrick wrote:

> say
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> without the very expensive torque wrench just how does one tighten the
> axle nut to 350ft lbs
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> thanks
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> monte
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> 84 gl - gas burning guilt ridden climate wrecking friend - i love it so
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