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Old Apr 16, 2008 | 02:43 PM
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Dumb question, but what size torque wrench for tightening lug nuts should I get for my 2006 A6? Thanks.
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1/2 inch drive with a mid range of 100 lb ft.
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Some will say 19mm socket; but I looked at both at Sears and the 3/4" deep socket fit better and it was six-sided. Using a 1/2" torque wrench, Sears, too.
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1/2 inch drive with a mid range of 100 lb ft.
Digitial is nice also.
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Some will say 19mm socket; but I looked at both at Sears and the 3/4" deep socket fit better and it was six-sided. Using a 1/2" torque wrench, Sears, too.
only .0020 difference. 19mm is actually smaller....

A coated socket will protect the area around the lug nut too.
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1/2 inch drive with a mid range of 100 lb ft.
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