Thread: Torque wrench
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Old 10-27-2015, 07:25 AM   #27
stephen wilson
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Originally Posted by DWBOX2000 View Post
Sorry to create such a fire storm. It's funny how with so many things, there are so many varying answers. I will not be tearing apart a motor anytime soon where the accuracy might be more important. For spark plugs, would it make a big difference if I torqued to 21 or 23 instead of 22? Same with the water pump, 6 or 8 lbs versus the desired 7?
IMO no, you can have a llarge variance in actual applied torque by having dirty threads, oil, or anti-seize vs. dry threads.
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