fixin to swap my IP - couple of questions

[Kizer]

I'm about to install my "new" IP - I've been through Mel's article a hundred times ... I believe I'm ready to roll.
I am having a hard time finding a 16 point socket ... is an open end wrench going to be a whippin' ?
Any one have any words of advise before I begin?
Thanks in advance.
Kizer

 

[Agnem]

The box end wrench is the only tool I use to remove those little bolts.

 

[RLDSL]

I believe that's a typo. Should read 12 point socket
I found a 12 pt, 8mm fits a bit tighter. wouldn't want to strip the head off one of those critters. you're going to need a socket to be able to torque the bolts back on properly. Medium strength locktite is your friend here.

 

[RLDSL]

By the way, I had to get a socket from the snap on truck, very few places are carrying 12 pt sockets anymore ( which is a good thing for most applications, it just sucks when you have a 12 pt head to remove )

 

[icanfixall]

Most everyday type autoparts stores will carry the single 12 point sockets. Mine is a 3/8th drive and I use a 3/8x1/2 adapter so I can use my 1/2 inch drive torque wrench. The torque you need is 25 lbs. as per Mel. Its sounds really high for such a small bolt but remember. These bolts are the same as the rear u-joint bolts. Very hard material, probably grade 8.....

 

[oldmisterbill]

Gary who said you could tell every one how far I went in school? also who told you the material in my head is very hard ?

 

[RLDSL]

Gary who said you could tell every one how far I went in school? also who told you the material in my head is very hard ?

Aw Bill, don't go gettin' all torqued off about it