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Re: [TR] Spindle Nut Torque

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Subject: Re: [TR] Spindle Nut Torque
From: "Randall" <tr3driver@ca.rr.com>
Date: Sat, 22 Nov 2008 19:53:19 -0800
> What's the torque spec for the nut the holds the front 
> spindle onto the vertical link for a TR3?

My TR4 manual says 55-60 ft-lb, should be the same.

> They 
> must be pretty tight because the spindle really let go with a 
> bang when I pressed it out of the vertical link!

That's known as a locking taper; it works it's way tighter over time.  If
you think those are fun, just wait until you try the rear hubs !

Randall
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