Sorry about the minutiae, but since we are all working with torque, whether that produced by our wheel-driving power plants, or to safely tighten our fasteners, it is about time that we all use the correct terminology.
Torque is defined as the radius (r) times the force (F). So, it is obviously NOT ft/lb (lb/ft?) or N/m (Newtons divided by meters).
Sorry, Stainless, it is N-m, not N/m. Actually N "dot" m, but I can't find that math symbol in my font. The "-" is commonly used in texts.
I was the engineering Manager at Stearns Electric for 9 years designing magnetic clutches and brakes. We manufactured TORQUE. I still find it incredible that even torque wrench manufacturers get it ass backwards.
What is really important here is that John's wheels remain firmly attached to this marvelous lakester - and the engine produces enough torque at the appropriate speed to get his 300 mi/h hat.
GO JOHNNY G!
