How big should a torque wrench be for a strut nut?
Ensure the torque wrench is properly set to the proper value, in this instance on the E46 it is set to 47 ft lbs. Next, take the allen key and insert it into the top of the strut shaft.
What’s the best way to tighten a strut?
Next, take the allen key and insert it into the top of the strut shaft. This will keep the shaft from spinning as you tighten the nut. Begin tightening the nut, as the socket turns and hits the allen key you will have to lift it off the nut and rotate it so the opening is facing you again and reinstall the allen key.
How do you remove a strut from a spring?
Remove the large nut on top of the strut with ratchet and socket combination, and hold the strut rod with a wrench just below the strut bearing. Make a note of the strut top plate rotation before removal and reinstall in the same position. The strut can now be removed from the spring while the spring is still compressed by the spring compressor.
What makes a popping noise when you tighten a strut nut?
Under tightening the top strut nut will cause a popping noise when driving, usually when going over small bumps. The cause of the problem is from the spring not being compressed enough from the top nut pushing down on firmly on the top hat.
Ensure the torque wrench is properly set to the proper value, in this instance on the E46 it is set to 47 ft lbs. Next, take the allen key and insert it into the top of the strut shaft.
Next, take the allen key and insert it into the top of the strut shaft. This will keep the shaft from spinning as you tighten the nut. Begin tightening the nut, as the socket turns and hits the allen key you will have to lift it off the nut and rotate it so the opening is facing you again and reinstall the allen key.
How many strut socket sockets are there on Amazon?
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What causes pain when you tighten a strut nut?
The pain stems from the strut shaft spinning as you tighten the nut, resulting in zero tightening. Using air tool and blasting down on it can cause over tightening. Over tightening and under tightening can lead to premature part failure.