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Old December 30th 04, 05:20 PM
Kevin Bottorff
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John Ings > wrote in
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> On 30 Dec 2004 06:46:56 -0800, "Ron" >
> wrote:
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>>Is an impact wrench the tool I should be considering?
>>If so, would an Ingersoll Rand 1/2" or 3/4" wrench (model #?)be
>>correct?
>>Or, is a good torque wrench a better choice?
>>Any assistance will be greatly appreciated.

>
> An impact wrench is fine for taking the lugnuts off.
> To put them on use a lugwrench and then a torque wrench.
> Tighten lugs in opposite pairs.
>
> Using an impact wrench to put lugnuts on is characteristic of
> mechanics in a hurry at tire shops and brake&muffler joints who really
> don't give a damn. If you care enough to check lugnuts, use a torque
> wrench.
>
> Whether you should put grease or anti-sieze on the lugs is a subject
> of vociferous controversy in automotive mewsgroups. I always do.
>
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your impact will not have enough power for you truck lugs. the proper
torque on most alumun wheel 22.5 tire wheels is about 450 ftlbs we use a
torque wrench to finish torque them all. KB

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