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Phew, the tire is on the wheel, the car is on the ground, and the lug bolts are torqued to spec. And specification is 118 LB Ft.

I had to dig out my biggest torque wrench and crank it down. It only goes to 140 pound feet. Put on a glove and push down HARD to get them torqued.

The flat repair was free, and my labor was free, so just the multiple trips to the dealership, and the tire store. Both are about 2.75 miles away, so no major journey. Oh and a 44 dollar adapter that was stolen from the car. The real kick is I can buy a "master set" from Porsche for just 85$ but just one adapter is 44 with the taxes. Such a bargain.

We are very lucky it was a slow leak here, and just here in town. With my impact wrench getting the old lugs off was super easy once I had the adapter. I am not sure the average strength human can get the lugs off with the little lug wrench Porsche provides. It would sure be a real challenge. With a lift, and pneumatic impact wrench, gloves and a nice heated garage is was still an effort. I can't imagine trying that on the side of a road.
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