sbc torque specs
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sbc torque specs
Just figured Id post these up.
These specs are for stock bolts, if you are using aftermarket bolts
you should follow their recommended specifications.
Format: Fastener...apply to threads...Torque Rating
7/16 Main Caps (2 bolt) Engine Oil 70 ft-lbs.
7/16 Inner Main Caps (4 bolt) Engine Oil 70 ft-lbs.
7/16 Outer Main Caps (4 bolt) Engine Oil 65 ft-lbs.
3/8 Outer Main Caps (4 bolt) Engine Oil 40 ft-lbs.
3/8 Connecting Rod Bolt Engine Oil 45 ft-lbs.
11/32 Connecting Rod Bolt Engine Oil 45 ft-lbs.
Cylinder Heads Engine oil (blind hole) or Sealer(water jacket) 65 ft-lbs.
Rocker Studs (screw-in) Engine Oil 50 ft-lbs.
Oil Pump Engine Oil 65 ft-lbs.
Oil Pan Engine Oil 12 ft-lbs.
Cam Sprocket (upper gear) Thread Locker 20 ft-lbs.
Timing Cover Engine Oil 6 ft-lbs.
Intake Manifold(Cast Iron Heads) Non- Hardening Sealer 30 ft-lbs.
Valve Cover Engine Oil 3 ft-lbs.
Exhaust Manifold Anti-Seize Lubricant 25 ft-lbs.
Spark Plugs No Lube or Sealer 20 ft-lbs.
Flexplate (Automatic) or Flywheel (Clutch) Thread Locker 60 ft-lbs.
Clutch Pressure Plate Thread Locker 35 ft-lbs.
Centerbolt(Harmonic Damper) Engine Oil 60 ft-lbs.
Bellhousing(Transmission to Block) Engine Oil 25 ft-lbs.
These specs are for stock bolts, if you are using aftermarket bolts
you should follow their recommended specifications.
Format: Fastener...apply to threads...Torque Rating
7/16 Main Caps (2 bolt) Engine Oil 70 ft-lbs.
7/16 Inner Main Caps (4 bolt) Engine Oil 70 ft-lbs.
7/16 Outer Main Caps (4 bolt) Engine Oil 65 ft-lbs.
3/8 Outer Main Caps (4 bolt) Engine Oil 40 ft-lbs.
3/8 Connecting Rod Bolt Engine Oil 45 ft-lbs.
11/32 Connecting Rod Bolt Engine Oil 45 ft-lbs.
Cylinder Heads Engine oil (blind hole) or Sealer(water jacket) 65 ft-lbs.
Rocker Studs (screw-in) Engine Oil 50 ft-lbs.
Oil Pump Engine Oil 65 ft-lbs.
Oil Pan Engine Oil 12 ft-lbs.
Cam Sprocket (upper gear) Thread Locker 20 ft-lbs.
Timing Cover Engine Oil 6 ft-lbs.
Intake Manifold(Cast Iron Heads) Non- Hardening Sealer 30 ft-lbs.
Valve Cover Engine Oil 3 ft-lbs.
Exhaust Manifold Anti-Seize Lubricant 25 ft-lbs.
Spark Plugs No Lube or Sealer 20 ft-lbs.
Flexplate (Automatic) or Flywheel (Clutch) Thread Locker 60 ft-lbs.
Clutch Pressure Plate Thread Locker 35 ft-lbs.
Centerbolt(Harmonic Damper) Engine Oil 60 ft-lbs.
Bellhousing(Transmission to Block) Engine Oil 25 ft-lbs.
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Car: 1983 Z28
Engine: Forged 355
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