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Torque settings from bolt sizes
Slimy38 - 17/2/13 at 10:27 AM

I've seen a few posts mentioning torque spreadsheets for tightening bolts based on the bolt size and type. But doing a search isn't bringing anything back apart from a few references to Haynes manuals for the donors. Does anyone have an up to date link (or spreadsheet) for torque settings?

And lastly, can I also confirm that it doesn't matter whether the nut is nyloc or not, it's still tightened to the same torque?

Thanks


Mal - 17/2/13 at 11:03 AM

Look here:

http://www.roymech.co.uk/Useful_Tables/Screws/Screw_loads.htm


Slimy38 - 17/2/13 at 11:08 AM

Awesome, thanks! Is it ok to use the maximum torque value, or is it better to stay below it, say 90%?


Mal - 17/2/13 at 11:12 AM

I think it would be wise to reduce the figures by the 10% as you suggest.


Slimy38 - 17/2/13 at 11:27 AM

Excellent, it's really appreciated.


Theshed - 17/2/13 at 02:45 PM

A lock nut will make a difference as it will increase the friction "felt" by the torque wrench


Slimy38 - 17/2/13 at 03:24 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Theshed
A lock nut will make a difference as it will increase the friction "felt" by the torque wrench


Thanks for the pointer. Any thoughts on what I should aim for?