Safety Wire Question

[bobcowan]

Originally Posted by 1985 CCX

Remember, wire does not hold a spinner if its loose. Its a fast way to inspect before a drive. Install ia slight bit loose and then if you notice taught = GET THE HAMMER OUT!

This is correct. Safety wire isn't really strong enough to hold the spinner in place. It's just there to let you know when it's coming loose.

"Contrary to popular belief, even the best job of safety wiring will contribute virtually nothing to the task of preventing a bolt from loosening to the point where effective levels of residual stress disappear. All that safety wire can do is limit the rotation of a bolt and prevent it's physical departure."

Carrol Smith.

I make mine snug, with very little slack. Then use the pliers to bend the wire
90*. The wire kind of looks like a Z. If the spinner comes loose, it will straighten out the wire, and I'll see it.