Re: [DML] Torquing lug nuts

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Walter,

Not a superstition; The back issue is absolutely correct. Most "run of the
mill" repair facilities are set up to service standard steel wheel
configurations. Lug nut tightening torque that is in excess of the
manufactures spec.'s on steel wheels may not be critical except for the
problem of not being able to remove a wheel in the event of a flat.

In the case of the DeLorean, or any car that uses light alloy rims, serious
damage can be inflicted on the wheels and attaching components when an air
tool is used to tighten the lug nuts. We often need to use a breaker bar
with a 4' length of pipe attached to remove lug nuts on "D's" arriving for
service.

The factory calls for 60 ft. lb.. of torque, therefore you should always
request that to a service facility not to use an air tool when replacing
wheel lug nuts.

"We're here to help you"

DMC Help / De Lorean Services / <dmchelp@xxxx>
Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com>

----- Original Message -----
From: Walter <Whalt@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, October 24, 2000 10:37 AM
Subject: [DML] Torquing lug nuts


> I just read the following from a DML back issue in Vol #219
>
> >Please Torque your wheels! An impact gun
> will warp rotors and crack wheels.
>
> Is he serious? Is it really bad to use an impact wrench on Delorean
wheels
> like all the shops do? Or is this just a superstition?
>