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Measure of the force applied to an object that causes it to rotate.

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Question about Ryobi P261 Impact Wrench Torque

I am planning to buy this Impact Wrench: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-ONE-18-Volt-1-2-in-Cordless-3-Speed-Impact-Wrench-Tool-Only-P261/205885687 This Impact Wrench has 3 speeds: 0-2,900 RPM for ...
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Understanding the process of tightening head bolts properly

In some cars like some Peugeot & Citroen models, there is a specific stage during the process of tightening the head bolts. For example, in Haynes manual of Peugeot 405 it is stated that head ...
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When does engine lugging occur

Recently I was driving on the autobahn in my 2011 Audi A4 TDi with stage 1 tune to 177 HP / 390 Nm. Typically I would be in 6th gear from 90 km/t and above, leaving the RPM quite low. This is unless ...
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What exactly is Dewalt's "precision wrench" mode?

I bought a Dewalt DCF900 impact driver. I've read their 2 sentence description of precision wrench mode, and still am not sure how to use it. Other than offering "greater control"...I'm ...
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OBD-II Enhanced PIDs

I was looking at the Torque Pro app and in the section where there is a list of custom PIDs that can be used, one is a Transmission Temperature PID. But it is exactly same as Engine Coolant ...
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Nissan Torque specs

I'm replacing the torque mounts on my 2014 Nissan Sentra S. I don't want to over tighten the bolts. So I am looking for torque specs for the torque strut mounts. (rear and front side) 18mm flanged hex ...
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How does an epicyclic differential split torque?

How does an epicyclic differential split torque even when rotating as a single locked unit with no relative motion between its parts? Should it not have 50/50 torque split because its all rotating as ...
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How does an epicyclic center differential multiply torque to the rear axles?

I have heard certain AWD cars have an epicyclic center differential that provides more torque to the rear axles than the front axles. I have watched a video by KYLE.ENGINEERS (link https://youtu.be/...
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Volvo - send commands to read DTCs

I tried finding out the commands a diagnostic tool sends to my Volvo and I got this - 1D D0 16 16 03 22 F1 86 Protocol - CAN 29/500 (elm command: AT SP 7) Can someone help me with the method to ...
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Valve cover gasket; Torquing the cover

I am taking notes on the proper installation of a valve cover gasket. I plan on using Permatex Ultra Black RTV silicone in the process. One suggestion I read is, after applying the gasket, silicone ...
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How tight should I make body panels?

Car is a civic vti 99. I don't believe body panels have a recommended torque setting, am I right? If you fit body parts loosely or tightly will both be ok or might they fly off when driving? I've ...
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