How to Use a Basic Torque Wrench – Top Tips

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Stopping and starting again when using a torque wrench helps ensure a more accurate torque setting.

For more information on how to decoke an engine, visit our course How To Remove, Revive And Decoke Your Engine.

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2 Responses to “How to Use a Basic Torque Wrench – Top Tips”
  1. rogersrjw

    Do you need to reduce torque value when tightening a nut/bolt if they have been treated with copper grease?

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