Howdy,
On Mon, 15 May 2000, Scott Meyers wrote:
> I have a 12 point 2 1/8" socket and a 250ft/lb Sears air wrench. Also a
> 125psi/5.5gallon air compressor tank.
>
> I see the spec for this nut is listed at 290-300 ft/lbs.
>
> Will the air wrench I have do the job, or will I need to get the larger
> (up to 400 ft/lb) one to do it? Will the 12 point socket do OK (I could
> not find a six point)?
Ditch the 12 point socket. Make sure the one you buy is an impact socket.
Sounds to me like the air gun will be too weak, but you never know. Try
it regularly first, and if it doesn't work bump up the regulator and kick
the compressor on to run full pressure through the gun.
Good luck!
Mark
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