TheBirdistheWord Posted November 3, 2018 Report Share Posted November 3, 2018 I am in the process of installing some aftermarket front LCAs TC rods and coilovers. I was wondering if there is any trick or insight on cinching down the nylon lock nuts, are there torque values to fastening parts that connect with tapered rods like the ball joints? this setup uses a spherical joint for tc rods as well, what about those? I plan to push this car very hard, the thought of them backing off under heavy stress i freaking me out a little.... Quote Link to comment
Crashtd420 Posted November 3, 2018 Report Share Posted November 3, 2018 Not sure about your setup but I ran into that rebuilding some suspension components on my 521.... I think I needed a thin wrench for my tierod to keep it from rotating then tightened the nut, I think my shock had an Allen slot on top to tighten the nut.... there should be some why to hold the part while you tighten it... You could always do this if you are worried they will lossen up... added security..... Quote Link to comment
volkswagner Posted December 6, 2018 Report Share Posted December 6, 2018 Most OEM's now days use nylock nuts instead of cotter pins. If its not a reused nut you don't have anything to worry about. Quote Link to comment
Duke Posted December 15, 2018 Report Share Posted December 15, 2018 I use nyloc nuts throughout my suspension and have had no issues with them backing off. Quote Link to comment
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