pinion preload

[sunnyc123abc]

Is there any other way to get pinion preload without using a in. lb. torque wrench. Iv searched all the local stores, and can't find a dial one, just the clicking one. Could i just tighten it up will it won't freespin anymore or till it freespins 2 turns?

 

[southernspeed]

It was suggested over the weekend on here that you use a fishing spring weight. I can see this being a good way of doing it but I have no idea how long the extension from the socket should be to give you the proper torque. Do a search back a few days, see who suggested it (I can't remember) and PM him, see if he knows the correct measurements.
It is actually quite a light spin, but one mans light spin could be another mans burnt out bearing!!!

 

[sunnyc123abc]

ok, thanks

 

[HarryH3]

This is what ya need: http://www.toolsource.com/ost//prod...1321&mscssid=AGLK2E2A36FJ8NKEBJ3CPL312J0V9NF9 but good luck finding one in a hardware store.

You might try calling some bicycle shops. They have more use for an inch-pound wrench and some also sell them.