DYI shock replacement
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Don@ModBargains - Don't patronize me. Give me tips, encouragement or both. I don't even think my torque wrench goes that high. I suppose all I need to do is step on my ratchet at the end of the handle and my weight will do the trick.
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I was not able to get enough leverage to torque that rear shock bolt back up to spec. After I got it as tight as I could, I had the shop that did the corner balance and alignment torque it to spec.
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-Don
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Don
I forgot to put a smiley emoticon... no worries. i don't think my craftsman air gun goes that high. I also own an M3...great car. But selling it because I just want to keep driving the 911!
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If you really want to get the torque close to accurate yourself you can:
a) buy a Big *** Torque Wrench ($$$)
b) Build a torque wrench extension (https://rennlist.com/forums/964-forum/378429-torque-wrench-extensions.html)
c) Rent/borrow a B.A.T.W (as seen in part a) from your local parts house
But I agree with others that a really good option is to tighten it about 4 grunts tight and then take it to your favorite mechanic and have them tighten it to spec.
a) buy a Big *** Torque Wrench ($$$)
b) Build a torque wrench extension (https://rennlist.com/forums/964-forum/378429-torque-wrench-extensions.html)
c) Rent/borrow a B.A.T.W (as seen in part a) from your local parts house
But I agree with others that a really good option is to tighten it about 4 grunts tight and then take it to your favorite mechanic and have them tighten it to spec.