Thanks for the ingenious solutions
Paul
On 7 Sep 2006, at 17:58, Sidsel & Svein Johnsen wrote:
> Paul,
>
> 1. Set the torque limit on the torque wrench in the normal way.
> 1. Use a fixed spanner on the prop bolt.
> 2. Use a transition piece for the torque wrench that goes into the
> other end of the spanner.
> 3. Orientate the torque wrench so that its handle is 90 degrees
> (right angle) to the spanner.
> 4. Apply force on the torque wrench handle at 90 degrees to the
> handle, i.e. straight out, i.e. parallel to the fixed spanner.
> 5. The torque thus created at the "other end of the spanner"
> transfers along the length of the spanner and onto the prop bolt.
>
> As you apply the force/torque, the prop. bolt will turn and you
> then simply follow with it, i.e. maintain your hand force parallel
> with the spanner.
>
> Re. 2 above: Alternatively, use the "open" end of the spanner on
> the prop bolt and put a suitably sized bolt (one that the torque
> wrench will fit onto) through the "star" end of the spanner, with a
> nut tightened hard on the other side.
>
> I have attached (I hope it comes through!) a rough sketch
> illustrating the principle.
>
> Good luck!
>
> Svein
> A225 - now in Norway
>
>>
>> Anyone got a top tip for torquing up the prop bolts (Airmaster
>> CS / 914 combo) - I can't get a socket and torque wrench on
>> straight without fouling on the gearbox housing.
>>
>> Regards
>>
>> Paul
>> G-GIDY
>> <Torque.pdf>
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