I'm facing the prospect of replacing my 1150GS ball joint too.
Is it okay to apply the high torque to tighten the ball joint with the the fork bridge in-situ? Is there a danger of damaging steering stops or bending something? Same concern with loosening also. Did you guys remove the bridge and do the job on a bench?
Another queston: My torque wrench range only goes to 140Nm. Can I avoid buying another one that will be rarely, if ever, used again. Would 140Nm plus "bloody tight" plus Locktite 2701 be adequate?
Thanks.
Is it okay to apply the high torque to tighten the ball joint with the the fork bridge in-situ? Is there a danger of damaging steering stops or bending something? Same concern with loosening also. Did you guys remove the bridge and do the job on a bench?
Another queston: My torque wrench range only goes to 140Nm. Can I avoid buying another one that will be rarely, if ever, used again. Would 140Nm plus "bloody tight" plus Locktite 2701 be adequate?
Thanks.