torque specs on rod and mains
Supreme Member
iTrader: (1)
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 10,763
Likes: 4
From: Calgary, AB, Canada
Car: 1982 Trans-Am
Engine: 355 w/ ported 416s
Transmission: T10, hurst shifter
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt, true-trac, 3.73
Re: torque specs on rod and mains
Depends on the bolts you're using.
Factory spec is something like 40ftlbs on the rods, and 65ftlbs on the mains.
Factory spec is something like 40ftlbs on the rods, and 65ftlbs on the mains.
Moderator
Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 20,981
Likes: 11
From: Mercedes Norte, Heredia, Costa Rica
Car: 1984 Z28 Hardtop
Engine: 383 Carb
Transmission: 4L60
Axle/Gears: 3.54 Dana 44
Re: torque specs on rod and mains
45 for the rods
75 for the inner mains
65 for the outer mains
75 for the inner mains
65 for the outer mains
Re: torque specs on rod and mains
Just remember to use the proper lube on the fasteners before torqueing them down. Without the proper lube on them the torque readings will not provide the proper stretch on the bots (the TRUE desired end result of a proper torque setting).
Usually it's engine oil for parts like mains and rod bolts (at least factory ones).
The few times I've double-checked using a stretch gague on the rod bolts I've found they want more than 40 ft/lbs to achieve the desired amount of stretch (even with proper lubrication). That's why mine usually end up closer to 50-55. But I use ARP rod bolts in almost everything I build, which are NOT the same as stock bolts.
Usually it's engine oil for parts like mains and rod bolts (at least factory ones).
The few times I've double-checked using a stretch gague on the rod bolts I've found they want more than 40 ft/lbs to achieve the desired amount of stretch (even with proper lubrication). That's why mine usually end up closer to 50-55. But I use ARP rod bolts in almost everything I build, which are NOT the same as stock bolts.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
1Aauto
Sponsored Vendors
0
Sep 2, 2015 01:35 PM




Apeiron's specs are right on the money. 
