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Polylock Torque methods

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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 10:38 PM
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From: springfield OR
Car: 85 Z28 scca C Prepared
Engine: 5.7 348 RWHP
Transmission: t5
Axle/Gears: dana 44 3.41
Polylock Torque methods

Got some AFR polylocks w/ stud girdles any ideas on method, set screw alone or back the nut up 1/8th of a turn and jam both at once. Torque Spec?
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Old Apr 7, 2011 | 09:51 AM
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From: Mercedes Norte, Heredia, Costa Rica
Car: 1984 Z28 Hardtop
Engine: 383 Carb
Transmission: 4L60
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Re: Polylock Torque methods

Turn both at once. You'll never get enough torque on the set screw alone to get it to hold.
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Old Apr 7, 2011 | 01:25 PM
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Re: Polylock Torque methods

Yeah I just tighten the lock, and then tighten the nut again... it wont move far, dont hoss down on it after that, just make sure it's snug.
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