Alternative Torquing Method
Feedback appreciated on following alternative I'm considering for LCA job on my 05 LC.
I like the
@nissanh measurement method in concept, insofar as it avoids the painful, time-consuming torquing process while truck is fully laden on the ground, as emphasized by Paul
@2001LC.
I rely on my home garage MaxJax lift, which I consider safe and effective for LC wrenching, especially for a job like this. However, noting that the LC vehicle weight is at ~90% of the MaxJax specified load limits, I'm not comfortable jacking up individual suspension corners while the truck is lifted (to re-achieve the laden measurements). I like the truck to stay square, set and stable. I do use two highpoint stands for extra stability. Still, just don't like jacking whole suspension corners while the LC is in the air.
Long way of getting to the suggestion:
1) set the truck on the ground after installation, with nuts/bolts at "just snug" tightness
2) use a heavy 1/2" socket wrench with a 16" handle, which I can use to achieve something north of 100 ft-lbs, without much difficulty due to it's ratchet.
3) now with all bolts/nuts and associated bushing orientations locked in with reasonably high torque, directly raise the truck via lift.
4) finish torquing to high-torque spec using heavy duty, fixed torque wrench, in the air.
What say the mudders?