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Old 11-04-2003, 01:05 AM   #1
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Question Torque specs needed....

My rear axle is falling out. (not good)
I have new U-bolts on the way...wht should they be torqued to? Anyone know?
This is on the 1/2 ton 2 wheel drive.
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Old 11-04-2003, 01:06 AM   #2
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I like to use the 1/2" impact gun method. At least that's what I did with my old 67. It survived a roll over. . . .
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Old 11-04-2003, 01:28 AM   #3
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just run em up with a good 1/2 inch impact gun and they wont go anywhere little dab of locktite probably wouldnt hurt either
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Old 11-04-2003, 01:32 AM   #4
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I was gonna do that if no one can cough up numbers. My snap on impact oughta do it...esp since we run the compressor at about 125 psi.
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Old 11-04-2003, 04:48 AM   #5
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145 ft/lbs is the proper torque
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