hi does any one know the torque settings for the 4 top adjustable bolts
thanks


Modified by red teg at 7:07 PM 8/12/2003

 

i ended up just tightening the **** out of them just to assure that they don't slip. no problems so far.

 

theres a couple things you need to modify on the arms to make sure they dont slip , proper torque is only the start.

 

I don't have a torque number for you, buton't try tightening them with a hex key wrench, you won't get them tight enough. Get a hex socket for your ratchet and do it that way, but be sure you do not snap them.

 

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I use an allen key on mine just fine, just grab a box wrench end of an open ended wrench and slip it over the end this way you have a tad more leverage if you need it, or, if you have a metric craftsman toolset, they come with long allen keys, which I use, and work great. You dont need to make them so tight that they're ready to snap, but you do want to tighten them sufficiently so they dont slip....you want them about as tight as you make your cam gears....

If I were to guess, I'd say around 25-35 ft/lbs.....but you can always just call Group A(Skunk2) on Monday- 909.808.9888

Good luck,
Aj

 

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Could you share what someone would have to do to "modify" them so they won't slip? I've heard about adjustable ball joints slipping, and it's starting to worry me. I just bought a pair of used Skunk2s and have been trying to prep them before I install them on my Integra (i.e. revised ball joints, etc.). An e- for your insight

 

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Could you share what someone would have to do to "modify" them so they won't slip? I've heard about adjustable ball joints slipping, and it's starting to worry me. I just bought a pair of used Skunk2s and have been trying to prep them before I install them on my Integra (i.e. revised ball joints, etc.). An e- for your insight </TD></TR></TABLE>

grind all the powerdercoating off the area where the bolts seat.
you can also switch out the allen bolts for some regular bolts that have more surface area. these two steps together seem to take care of the slipping problem.

 

Sounds good Thanks!

 

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grind all the powerdercoating off the area where the bolts seat.
you can also switch out the allen bolts for some regular bolts that have more surface area. these two steps together seem to take care of the slipping problem.</TD></TR></TABLE>

yep , and use some grip washers to lessen the chances of slip even more.

 

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I've heard about adjustable ball joints slipping, and it's starting to worry me. I just bought a pair of used Skunk2s and have been trying to prep them before I install them on my Integra (i.e. revised ball joints, etc.). An e- for your insight </TD></TR></TABLE>

thanks to Mark (Dezoris) at Automotivetech.org for these pics.





The ball joint boot cracks and tears over time. I hope Skunk2 has some quality control and figured out a better material for it.

I have these and they're probably one of the best camber kits on the market...certainly better than Ingalls.

Don't bother asking Skunk2 about what specs you should use to tighten down the bolts...the answer you'll get is : "tight".

LOL

I agree with the tighten them as far as you can approach with some antiseize prep before install.

 

has anybody had problems with the ball joints popping out at any time? I've just heard so many horros stories from the EG guys.