motsco_ <motsco_@interbaun.com> wrote in
news:1388vqodb05v44@corp.supernews.com:

> Siskuwihane wrote:
>> 1999 CR-V, 93k, has a clunking-like noise from front end when going
>> over bumps, etc. Have replaced the sway-bar links and yesterday
>> replaced the upper arm flange bolts. Seems like noise is now worse
>> after flange bolt replacement. I did the body sealant scraping and
>> torqued them to 73 Nm (54 Ft.lb or 648 inch lb). My torque wrench
>> measures in inch lbs and I am assuming my math was correct in
>> converting. Any suggestions on other possibilities? I am going to
>> check the shock mounting bolts as soon as the wife gets home with the
>> vehicle. TIA.
>>
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>
> You got the flange bolts idea from the TSB ?
>
> http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/tsb/crv/index.html
>
> The shock mounting bolts sounds like a good next step. I can't say
> about your math . . my converter doesn't handle that one.




Think feet and inches: 12" to the foot.

12 inch-pounds is one foot pound.



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