Weight-Saving Suspension Service: Dealing With Aluminum & Advanced Fasteners
In addition to weight, one benefit of aluminum suspension components is their noise and vibration-dampening properties. Engineers have found that aluminum transmits less road and tire noise to the passenger compartment due to the density of the material.
VIDEO: Cleaning Thread-Locking Compound From Fasteners
Andrew Markel discusses replacing fasteners on suspension and wheel hub components, and the importance of keeping the bolts clean upon re-installation. Sponsored by FAG, a Schaeffler brand.
Torque-To-Yield Fasteners For Undercar Components
The desired result of tightening a fastener is to obtain a proper clamping force between parts. The clamping force prevents loosening when the vehicle is in use and external forces act on the clamped parts. All fasteners have a specified torque. The method used for a particular application is determined by engineering and specified in the service information. It is necessary to apply the fastener torque to the specific fastener identified.
Reach Fasteners With Narrow Clearance With Beta Screwdriver
The Beta Tools of Italy #1236 B Offset Slotted Screwdriver has two tips which are opposite facing to give the user more options when accessing fasteners. The low-profile design only requires minimal clearance space and allows the user to get into hard-to-reach areas that even the stubby screwdrivers can’t reach. The molded handle provides a
New Snap-on Breaker Bar: ‘Must Have’ For Breaking Stubborn Fasteners
Greater leverage means better productivity for Snap-on customers when using the new Snap-on 1/2-inch Drive 36-inch Breaker Bar (SN36). Ideal for use on heavy-duty vehicles and agriculture equipment, it is the right tool for tire removal or engine teardown as well as removing head bolts on heavy-duty vehicles.
Engine Tech Feature: Choosing the Right Fasteners for the Job
Some of the most stressed-out parts of a high-dollar
Tech Update: Gaskets, Seals, Sealants and Fasteners
Some gaskets can go the distance, while others can not. The factors that typically cause a gasket to fail include age, heat, thermal expansion, abrasion, pressure, vibration, corrosion, material breakdown or poor design.
Tech Tip: Use Proper Torque When Installing Wheel Fasteners
It’s not difficult to torque wheel fasteners properly, but it’s not difficult to foul up the job, either. We’re not using double talk here; we’re shootin’ straight from the hip. The easy part of proper wheel fastener torquing is knowing the vehicle manufacturer torque specifications for a particular passenger car, light truck or medium truck, and following those instructions to the letter.
Tech Tip: Use Proper Torque When Installing Wheel Fasteners
It’s not difficult to torque wheel fasteners properly, but it’s not difficult to foul up the job, either. The average foot-pounds of torque needed to keep today’s wheel fasteners safely in place is between 65- and 80-foot-pounds.
Axle Torque Procedures
Guessing the correct torque setting is a bad idea.
