Innovative Centerlock tool...
#16
Hytorc appears to be well versed in the torque instrument business so it's probably more thought out than is appreciated. Not sure how I feel about this solution, but kudos to them for trying something new.
I can't help but wonder why they didn't just make a custom reaction arm like is used at the factory to avoid modifying the nut.
#18
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I assume the green piece is the reaction arm you mentioned and just rests against the inner wheel spokes? This may only work with some wheel designs...
#20
In the factory method pictured above, is the nut tightened from the inner splines of the locking mechanism (and not using the special socket that came with the car)?
I assume the green piece is the reaction arm you mentioned and just rests against the inner wheel spokes? This may only work with some wheel designs...
I assume the green piece is the reaction arm you mentioned and just rests against the inner wheel spokes? This may only work with some wheel designs...
#21
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Thanks! I'm surprised Porsche doesn't sell that tool (at least to shops for a high price)...
#22
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That is one pretty drill motor.
My torque wrench and reducer are around $800 with a little effort.
Hytorc lion .7 as seen above is on eBay at $4500 for those that have to have all the cool toys.
New, I would guess 6-8 thousand with maintenance contract.
great find
or... Porsche could go back to five lugs
My torque wrench and reducer are around $800 with a little effort.
Hytorc lion .7 as seen above is on eBay at $4500 for those that have to have all the cool toys.
New, I would guess 6-8 thousand with maintenance contract.
great find
or... Porsche could go back to five lugs
#25
Race Director
#28
Nordschleife Master
#29
Looks like an excellent company with very good engineering. Apparently the gun will need special nuts that look identical to OE on the outside. For those with more than one centerlock car, that cost will add up but should be worth it. I look forward to seeing the product.
#30
Three Wheelin'
The center of the centerlock they used is OEM. They adapted the friction ring that gets the messy paste and obviously the outside of the ring was modified. It's really trick and was effortless.
It was obvious to me they know what they are doing. Still early in the process so who knows where it will go.
It was obvious to me they know what they are doing. Still early in the process so who knows where it will go.