In a message dated 5/14/02 5:57:09 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
cfchrist@earthlink.net writes:
> if you have too long of a lever you will break a stud on spridgets(1/2"
> breaker bar). and they will break quite easily too! so easily you might
> suspect you have studs of improper strength installed. just be carefull
> when tightening the lugs, it does not require super human strength!
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Absolutely! I always use a torque wrench when putting the lug nuts back on
my cars. Proper torque will also help to keep your brake rotors from
warping.
Allen Hefner
SCCA Philly Region Rally Steward
'77 Midget
'75 Midget "The Project"
'92 Mitsubishi Expo LRV Sport
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