VIDEO: Should I Tighten An Axle Nut With An Impact?

VIDEO: Should I Tighten An Axle Nut With An Impact?

In one of the most-viewed videos in 2017, Andrew Markel explains why you should hand-tighten an axle nut, and how an impact could damage the CV axle or bearing. Sponsored by BCA Bearings.

Andrew Markel explains why you should hand-tighten an axle nut, and how an impact could damage the CV axle or bearing. Sponsored by BCA Bearings.

This was one of the most-viewed videos on Brake & Front End in 2017.

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