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Re: CDF Discussion, post Team Update 14

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Originally Posted by Ether View Post
When the only tool you have is an air-powered impact wrench, everything looks like a lug nut.


Off topic:

You know that on civilian vehicles you're not supposed to use impact guns on the lug nuts either? At least if you're not using a torque stick (and even then, it's technically good practice to use a torque wrench afterwards).

Otherwise one risks warped brake rotors/drums an/or broken/bent/stripped lug nuts/studs/bolts. Not to be a so called torque nazi, but impact guns can really mess a lot of things up when used to torque things down. They're better suited for removing fasteners (especially rusty stuck ones).
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