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Subject:Re: Brake Caliper Torque - 200 ft/lbs??
From:Zoran Mladen
Date:Tue, 2 Apr 2013 15:29:11 -0600

Aren't those 10mm?  200 is way too high for a 10mm bolt. They may snap.  I use a medium length ratchet or breaker bar and tighten it well.  Never looked in the Bentley for a torque spec...

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On Apr 2, 2013, at 15:19, JRodgers <jrodgers113@GMAIL.COM> wrote:

> Just finished up installing new front wheel bearings and noted that
> Bentley calls for 200 ft/lbs of torque on the caliper bolts.  I have
> found one that goes to 180 and the rest go to 150. How the devil do you
> get that torque value??
> 
> I'm working on the ground, so long cheater bars are out. Just not enough
> room for that much moment-arm.
> 
> Where brakes are concerned - I want it right.
> 
> Any suggestions??
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> John