how much torque on nut holding LS2 runner?

[Nealoc187 10]

I'm swapping runners from one skate to another. First time I've done this, a risky proposition prior to a playoff game I suppose, but I'm already committed at this point.

How much torque should I be applying to the nut that holds my LightSpeed2 steel in place? Obviously there is somewhat deformable plastic involved, so I don't want to torque too much, but how much is enough?

[laserrobottime 149]

Hand tight is fine. You really don't need them ultra tight as the plastic washer in the nut holds fast. Bring your socket and handle to your game if tightening is needed.

[qmechanic 17]

I have an instruction sheet from Bauer and it says "DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN. If you are using a tool which does not have a torque read-out, tighten until resistance is encountered and then continue for 1/4 turn. Check for any runner movement at the front and if found, tap the runner gently but firmly at the front and continue with another 1/4 turn, repeating until you are satisfied. A MAXIMUM torque of 20 in-lbs (23 kgf-cm) is recommended for proper installation."

[ktang 34]

20 in-lbs! My little torque wrench's lowest setting! Good to know.

[beanhead 22]

I just hand tighten mine until it feels secure but not too tight. When I do this the top of the nut is about flush with the top of the stud threads. I happened to see qmechanics post above specifying max of 20 in-lbs, so I decided to check mine with my in/lbs tourque wrench (I have one of those super tiny beam torque wrenches that measure 0-60 in/lbs.). I get about 12 in/lbs with my method. Obviously if your bolt stud is longer or shorter than mine it will be different, but my method of flushing the tops seems to work well for my skates.