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Tie Rod Nut Size
Wondering if anyone knows the size of the nut that secures the tie rod to the arm from the hub?
Thanks in advance... Matt
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Matt Macpherson 1973 911 nvalve@yahoo.com |
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05-16-2005, 09:11 AM
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The wrench size is 17mm. The nut thread size is M10 x 1.00 This is a fine thread so it might be hard to find at the local hardware store. The associated cotter pin is a 2mm x 25.
Be careful not to over-torque the nut. I think the torque spec is only around 30 lb-ft, which is rather light. I had a brand new nut strip out when tightening it with the torque wrench en route to 30-something lb-ft.
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Kevin L '86 Carrera "Larry" |
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05-16-2005, 10:15 AM
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Kudos Kevin! That's exactly what I'm looking for.
Best Matt
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05-16-2005, 10:46 AM
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No problem.
BTW, I was just messing with you about the 17mm wrench size. Shoulda put  after that sentence.Might be able to locate a nut @ NAPA or equivlent store. Seems that many metric tie rods might use the same size nut? I noticed the other day that the castle nut on my Mitsu./Laser looked like it might be the same size?
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