torquing down billet rod

[bandit 40]

Hello, everyone , I am in the process of torguing down my billet rod in my clone.The problem I am having is we all know this is a 12pt socket, I have the torque wrench an the tools for the job ,but there is no room in this gx200 to get the top rod bolt. I had used a reducer from 3/8 down to 1/4, well that was to long. I used a 3/8- 12pt 1/4, that was to short, does anyone have an idea on how to torque this rod down properly. thanks bandit.......

 

[briggs_boy]

yea man you need a 3/8 drive 12pt deep well 1/4 inch socket.

i use a 1/4 drive torque wrench and a 12pt deep well 1/4 inch socket.

the 1/4 inch drive torque wrench and 12pt deep well 1/4 inch socket is the best combination for billet rods.

:thumbsup:

 

[bandit 40]

Thank briggs boy, you have always been a great help, on these topics glad to have you on this forum thanks again mark..... ps 5hp flathead coming together slowly but surly thanks to you dave. later..............:thumbsup:

 

[briggs_boy]

no problem man, anytime. :thumbsup: