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only 25 Ft. Lbs.?? Exhaust torque

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by DanStew, Sep 1, 2005.

  1. Sep 1, 2005
    DanStew

    DanStew Preowned Merkin salesman Staff Member

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    I was quite shocked that the manual only calls for 35 ft. lbs of torque for te exhaust manifold bolts. They are 3/8 of an inch. I was quite surprised about that since the bolts like to loosen.
     
    DanStew, Sep 1, 2005
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    jpflat2a

    jpflat2a what's that noise?

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    Dan I think the factory bolts were hollow.......IIRC
     
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  3. Sep 2, 2005
    66cj5

    66cj5 Jeep with no name

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    used 35 on mine. not loose (yet).
     
    66cj5, Sep 2, 2005
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    timgr

    timgr We stand on the shoulders of giants. 2022 Sponsor

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    Safety wire!

    Actually, tab washers are supplied with aftermarket header bolts. That would probably be easier.
     
    timgr, Sep 2, 2005
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