Originally Posted by Ventucky Red
Yes it is a little tricky...

Found some info from Goose Marine on tuning the 2003-2005 F-18... https://store-cpjif3z.mybigcommerce.com/content/Tuning-guide-F18-2003-Model.pdf


Then there is the "which Loos Gauge" factor... For instance I am using the PT-1 standard and I believe many folks are referring to the Model A tool metric.... not that 3 mm and 1/8" are any different... but the Loos #'s are

So starting at 40 on the model A would be 250 KGS that translates to 550 lbs which is just about 30% of break strength... Looks like 177 KGS/390 LBS should be a good starting point....

I will drop Rosco and Warren a note and get their advice too.... Appreciate your help..






The engineer in my absolutely hates it when people use the numbers off a particular loos gauge as the reading. There is a conversion scale on the side of that thing for a reason. lbs or kgs tension is THE measurement to use to make notes or communicate that reading. It is the only measurement that is scientific and standard.

Jake Kohl