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Stretch bolts?

Chris is correct.  Also, if you perform this exercise, grind a nice flat on
the threaded end so your 'before-and-after" measurements are consistent.

Larry  sandiego16V

> You would have to measure the same bolt before and after applying the
> correct torque to it.  Otherwise, if they were to stretch .050" to .100"
> (imaginary numbers) or so, then yes, you could tell that they stretched.
> However, if they're only going to stretch .001" to .010" then you'd never
> know due to the differences in bolt length when they're made.
>
> Chris