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  1. NickfromWI

    How much torque

    I know that now! I'll do better next time.
  2. NickfromWI

    How much torque

    So here's how it went down. I bought a Kobalt brand torque wrench. It was $60 and did a fine job (or at least I think it did) The bolts were different than what was shown in the chart... So I just made an executive decision and decided they were grade 8, fine thread. Pulled the knives...
  3. NickfromWI

    How much torque

    I just looked and they aren't that expensive to buy. $130 for a new set at treestuff. After how many hours are you guys changing your knives? love nick
  4. NickfromWI

    How much torque

    The knives have seen 30 hrs of service. Really? Can only be sharpened a couple times? Yikes. Wonder how much a new set is... love nick
  5. NickfromWI

    How much torque

    Yeah. I misunderstood. I thought the knives slid back and forth. Now that I opened it up, I see that they only go in one way in the exact spot. So apparently my 9" long handled socket wrench is nowhere near long enough to give me the needed leverage to take of these bolts. I got one, but I...
  6. NickfromWI

    How much torque

    Thanks guys. I'll be honest- the part about the anti seizing compound didn't jump out at me. I might've skipped this step! Ok- so here's my current plan- 1. After breakfast crack open the chipper and see exactly what bolts I have. 2. Remove knives so I can take pictures to chastise the crew...
  7. NickfromWI

    How much torque

    Woah! I never knew the markings at the top of the bolt had an actual meaning!!! At the museum now. I'll check it out when I get home!! love nick
  8. NickfromWI

    How much torque

    Before I starting taking bolts off, can you tell what I need to do? <iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/i9pXa1ZZ_mw?list=UUVkWHiNsd0qH_4pOal_u0eA" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
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