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Old Nov 8, 2005 | 07:42 AM
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Default Torque Arm nuts keep getting really loose

I dont know why but this has happened a lot lately. Anyone ever have this problem or hear of this happening? Also the past 2 times this has happened I torqued them down good with a 1/2" Mac Impact gun and they still get loose, its driving me crazy!
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Old Nov 8, 2005 | 08:22 AM
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Try using some loc-tight on the threads. It will be harder to get off later, but shouldn't get loose on you anymore.
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what brand of TQ arm do you have? I have a BMR and a moser 12 bolt. for some reason w/ the 12 bolt it seems common for them to loosen up. I have lock washers and loc-tight on the threads and they still come loose after a couple hard weekends at the track.
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Old Nov 12, 2005 | 05:41 PM
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I think with the aftermarket rears, you need longer bolts. Make sure to use thread locker and torque those suckers to 100 foot lbs.
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Old Nov 12, 2005 | 09:10 PM
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im used to hearing this with the moser 12 bolts, but havent heard of this with a 9 inch. Best way to get it over with is learn to saftey wire bolts.
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Old Nov 13, 2005 | 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Xtnct00WS6
I think with the aftermarket rears, you need longer bolts. Make sure to use thread locker and torque those suckers to 100 foot lbs.
Originally Posted by StangEaterSS
what brand of TQ arm do you have? I have a BMR and a moser 12 bolt. for some reason w/ the 12 bolt it seems common for them to loosen up. I have lock washers and loc-tight on the threads and they still come loose after a couple hard weekends at the track.
Yeah have a Moser 9" I bought some lock washers and I'll give that along with some lock-tite a try tomorrow
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