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Torque Angle ? (archive)

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Posted by Nolan on June 15, 2002 at 11:50:36:

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On the M3 Repair CD they refer to "Torque Angle" in conjunction to the stated torque value. Can someone explain what this is?

Thanks, Nolan

Re: Torque Angle ? Mike E30M3 Cabrio Project 20:58 6/15/2002 (0)
Re: Torque Angle explanation is offset x distance Ron Carter 13:21 6/15/2002 (5)
- OK but the way they spec it ..... Nolan 15:02 6/15/2002 (4)
  - Step one is to torque all the bolts to 16 ft-lbs.. John A 03:19 6/16/2002 (3)
    - OK makes sense.... but Nolan 14:12 6/16/2002 (2)
      - Yes, there are torque angle gauges available...... John A 18:22 6/16/2002 (0)
      - Special Tool Stan 15:00 6/16/2002 (0)

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