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TORQUE VALUES - CONTINUED
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Always use the torque values listed when specific torque values are not available.
Do not use listed values in place of those specified in other sections of this manual;
special attention should be observed when using SAE Grade 6, 7, and 8 capscrews.
The above is based on use of clean, dry threads.
Reduce torque by 10 percent when engine oil is used as a lubricant.
Reduce torque by 20 percent if new plated capscrews are used.
Capscrews threaded into aluminum may require reductions in torque of 30 percent or
more of Grade 5 capscrews torque and must attain two capscrew diameters of thread
engagement.
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