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Old 10-08-13 | 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by pierce
they do, and I dunno offhand what size it is. what I was saying is, the usual allen "L" wrench isn't sufficient to tighten that clamp, you need like 50 ft-lbs or something and that will bend a little 4" long L wrench. you need a allen 'bit' for a ratchet wrench, like you'd use for automotive stuff.

something like these, plus a ratchet...
http://www.lowes.com/pd_338623-22328...cetInfo=Kobalt
FWIW, 50 ft pounds is a HECK OF A LOT for a little bitty bolt. Better check the real spec. Maybe closer to 50 in pounds? 50 ft poounds would likely ruin every thread in the stem.......

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