You are big, burly, and strong . . . that little screw is very small but not insignificant. Over-torque and it stretches more than it should (it's supposed to stretch a very small amount with proper torque), strips threads, or breaks. Too loose and it comes loose.
Or as Clint would say: "Are you feeling lucky . . . . . . ?
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Torque wrenches are good. "Use 'em if you got'em...."
Otherwise, if tightening just by feel, always ask yourself while tightening...."How much of a pain is this going to be if I shear off this tiny screw at the base?" That one question always reduces my "enthusiasm" for over tightening !! This message has been edited. Last edited by: mike28w,
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