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Old 07-31-2013, 05:24 PM   #1
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U-Bolt torque specs

Anybody got them??
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Old 07-31-2013, 06:08 PM   #2
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Re: U-Bolt torque specs

2WD?

My book says 145 ft/lbs for the rear axle to control arm U-bolts
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Old 07-31-2013, 09:00 PM   #3
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Re: U-Bolt torque specs

The factory service and overhaul manuals with this and more are here.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=558016
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Old 07-31-2013, 09:53 PM   #4
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Wow, thanks guys!
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Re: U-Bolt torque specs

145 on the little u bolts for the control arms? That seems a little high.
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Old 08-01-2013, 11:23 AM   #6
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Re: U-Bolt torque specs

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145 on the little u bolts for the control arms? That seems a little high.
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Not for a 9/16'' grade 8
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