Souster Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 Thanks anyway mate. How many of you use a dial type torque wrench? And how many of you use the click type with success? Buying a dial type seems very pricey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotts90 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 A few procedures on the defender require the use of a dial gauge wrench rather than a conventional click. "Click" ones indicate a tightening torque whereas the "dial" types indicate a rotational torque (ideal for pulleys/crush bearings etc). If you're planning to do some rebuild work then it's a worthwhile investment. I bought a 3/8" torqueleader one, it's came in handy a few times. It's also useful for working out how tight a fastener is before loosening if you don't have the data to re-torque. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Souster Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 Managed to borrow a dial gauge and torque the belt up this evening as per your instructions. Thanks guys. Would there be any issues with turning the engine over on the starter motor to see how the belt runs? And to see if it rides across anywhere. Have no idea how the belt failed to tell the truth. Can't see any rub marks on casings. And don't want this to happen again. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Henson Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 You can start and run it for a short while. No water circulation or alternator, so bear that in mind. Les Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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