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Old 10-29-2016, 08:01 PM   #3
GB SISSON
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Default Re: loose in the lifters

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Originally Posted by Binx View Post
Whether it be spiking the threads with a punch or messing up the threads with a hammer, adjustables need minimum 60 in/lbs breakaway torque. That is at or in excess of 60 in/lbs before they begin to turn.

Lonnie
Thanks, Is that 5 ft lbs on my torque wrench?
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