2nd Generation Specific (1986-1992) 1986-1992 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections.

uh, probably not too good.

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Old Sep 21, 2002 | 08:48 PM
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uh, probably not too good.

I broke one of the four bolts on the strut towers. I was going to torque them after I took off my strut tower brace, so I started to tighten to 26 ft.lbs.
It seemed way too much for 26, and then it broke.
I was confused. I looked at the torque wrench and it was set at 46ft.lbs. oh crap. I'm an idiot.

so what should I do now? can I drive it like this?
I put a bolt on what was left but it only held like 5 ft.lbs.
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Old Sep 21, 2002 | 08:52 PM
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I see why u got that Forum name j/k
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Old Sep 21, 2002 | 10:02 PM
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go to a hardware store and get yourself a set of back-outs for your electric drill. Use a real drill bit to drill the center out of the remaining shank, use a hammer to set the correct sized back-out, tighten the chuck on your drill, and back the bolt out for replacement.
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Old Sep 21, 2002 | 10:41 PM
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thanks for the info! just have to wait till monday for the hardware store to open.
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Old Sep 21, 2002 | 10:50 PM
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geez...you big retard head...how could you do such a thing?

But seriously. do what kristopher said

good luck
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