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Old Jan 7, 2012 | 07:46 PM
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torque and alignment

ok got new pitman arm. but my torque wrench is busted need too know how tight 210lbs is by wrench or close isthis super tight or what? also alignment of pitman arm does the bottom point to where until you get drag link hooked up? i know i need a front alignment after this just cant remember which way it points too hook drag up?
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Old Jan 8, 2012 | 09:18 AM
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210 foot pounds is putting 210 pounds on the end of a 1 foot long wrench.
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Old Jan 8, 2012 | 10:51 AM
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For comparison, lug nut torque is 140 ft/lbs, and head bolt studs are 125 ft/lbs.
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