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Old Apr 2, 2011 | 08:27 PM
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Yep 55 ft lb isn't nearly enough thats just the set torque then turn it another 30 to 40 degrees.I had to use a breaker bar and some pipe just to get 30 degrees.Is the nut around 2 1/2 inches
The nut is 1 7/8 and requires a special socket to reach in over the main shaft. I am going to pull this off one more time. Set the torque to 55 and turn an additional 30 to 40 degress as indicated. I will start by marking the current position and let you know how close I was.
 
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Use some locktite.I used red, only takes a drop or two.
 
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