i thought the torque spec settin is 80lbs. anyway, when the lugnuts are properly torque you really only need the lugwrench in the trunk..

 

I'm sure 80lbs is correct, I didn't check the manual, 85 is what I've used on all my cars over the years so just what I stick to.......I'm not saying it's right, you SHOULD always use mfg. reccomended torque settings but 5lbs on this item isn't going to make or break anything.

The biggest point here is that it IS NECESSARY to use a torque wrench so you have even pressure on the mounting points.

The lug wrench supplied by Honda may or may not fit his 19's due to any number of clearance issues.....

Also, I'm with Peter above, I ALWAYS re-torque my wheels after having tires installed, *most* people using air tools to put them on at these shops are monkeys and don't care a bit about proper specs, I've seen more than a few broken studs because of these damn things.

Travis

 

Use your foot to add torque to the bar. Otherwise use a hollow bar that barely slips over the end of the stock lug wrench for extra leverage. Buy a quality torque wrench for those bling bling wheels already. Not required, but a definate recommendation.

 

Craftsman 4-way lug wrench
Cheap & easy. Has several sizes, including 19mm (for the stock wheels). If you have the cash, you can also get powered lug wrenches... but for $10 bucks or so, this tool works for me.

 

Maybe I'm confused, is he saying that he can't use the OEM wrench because it doesn't fit or because it doesn't give him enough leverage?

 

The first post indicates that it just doesn't give enough leverage.

 

Im with turbopwr why not use the stock one, i have no problem with it at all

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by mxt_77

 

I want to see pictures of this.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Intrepid175