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How tight on the tie rod castle nuts????

Discussion in 'Intermediate CJ-5/6/7/8' started by High5, May 18, 2008.

  1. High5

    High5 Member

    Exactly what the title states. Do I just tighten them down till I can get the cotter pin through or are they supposed to be snugged down tight????

    Quick help would be great.

    High5
     
    High5, May 18, 2008
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  2. dohc281

    dohc281 It is what it is.

    I always make them as tight as I can go until I can get the cotter pin through it.
     
    dohc281, May 18, 2008
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  3. High5

    High5 Member

    I read in my Haynes manual 55. I went 45 and am happy with it.


    On to the next project.

    High5
     
    High5, May 18, 2008
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  4. 80cj

    80cj Member

    My 80 Jeep Services Specs manual says 40 ft. lbs. minimum plus whatever it takes to line up the cotter pin.
     
    80cj, May 18, 2008
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  5. toplesswrangler

    toplesswrangler New Member

    A little off topic, but is there a bushing that goes in there or is it metal on metal?
     
    toplesswrangler, May 19, 2008
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  6. nickmil

    nickmil In mothballs.

    No bushing, just the rubber dust boot to keep debris out and grease in.
     
    nickmil, May 19, 2008
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