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Thread: How tight on thrust arm ball joint?

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    How tight on thrust arm ball joint?

    I don't have a torque wrench. How far should I tighten the 22mm thrust arm ball joint nut? It looks like if I go all the way (to hand tight) I'll crush the rubber sleeve? Thanks!
    "Ar-mega-don"

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    Buy a torque wrench, one of the most important tools in the box.

    A torque spec was given for a reason.

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    Tighten it as tight as you can get it. If it looks like you'll crush the boot then the boot isn't properly installed, move it lower. I usually use an impact gun on it.

    Go ahead and bite. Plenty for everyone.

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