Torque Advice

- Know the proper torque spec

    - Use common sense... tighten a bolt 'til it snaps, then back it off half a turn

        - When in doubt, ask

            - Every bolt has a maximum torque spec.

                - Some thread types are torqued with oil and some are torqued dry

                    - Know your materials. Steel can handle more torque than aluminum

                        - Clean all bolt/ stud threads with tap/ die before assembly

                            - Know the rod bolt stretch measurements using the proper tool

                                - De- burr the holes in the deck of an engine before assembly

                                    - There's never time to do it right the first time, but there's always time to do it over

                                        - Fine threads strip easier than coarse threads

                                            - Call us for further advice