"An
Accurate, Straightforward Approach
To Checking Rod Bolt Stretch"
There Is A Very Good Reason Why Quality Bolt
Manufacturers For Both The Aircraft And Automotive Fields Use Bolt
Stretch As Opposed To Torque Figures For Fastener Assembly.
Torque Readings Are Affected By Bolt Condition,
Nut Condition, Material Used, Lubricant, Bearing Surface, Accuracy Of
Wrench, Type Of Socket, Etc.