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[user=19996]Paul S[/user] wrote:
[quote]Probably not relevant but how does a VE on a Public Service, Heavy Goods and Agricultural Vehicle determine

More than one wheel nut/ stud is loose or obviously not clamping in a road wheel taper
or
If visible with wheel nuts in place or detachment likely.

Is it done visually or do they use a wheel brace or torque wrench?[/quote]

Not heard of wheel tappers?. We used a toffee hammer to tap nuts/studs. Distinct ting for a tight nut, dull note for a loose one. Often followed by unscrewing the loose one(s) & handing them to the driver ????

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