When building performance engines the rod bolt stretch gauge is just 1 of the specialist tools you'll need to learn how to use correctly and it is a tool that some novices and professionals alike often struggle with.
Grab your torque wrench, and stretch gauge and let's get started.
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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 - Better than a torque wrench
0:28 - Often used on connecting rod bolts
0:45 - Can't always check with them fitted
1:00 - Adjust to suit
1:17 - Zero your gauge
1:33 - Locating pointers
1:48 - Factory OEM rod bolts
2:11 - Fit stretch gauge in dimples
3:19 - Tighten rod bolt
3:28 - Rod vice
3:44 - Stretch specifications
4:19 - Torquing our rod bolt
4:48 - Checking stretch
5:31 - All done, what now?
5:50 - Just 1 of 70 modules
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How To Use A Rod Bolt Stretch Gauge | Performance Engine Building [FREE LESSON]
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