What should I torque my cam caps to on a 87 t2 topend with a roller cam install?
What should I torque my cam caps to on a 87 t2 topend with a roller cam install?
120 in/lbs.
90' FSM says: 215 in.lbs.Originally Posted by Bardo
86' FSM says: 165 in.lbs.
Until one breaks, then back off the others a bit,
Seriously, 18 ft/lbs, right out of my service manuals.
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who seriously tqs that ---- down !!! LOL
yep i was gonna say anywhere from 15-18 fpt
im guessing cordes 165 in pounds would be very close to 15 fpt
Use a torque wrench for almost everything. I haven't been able to tame my super human strength yet.
sounds good. i went to 10fp but your saying 15 so ill just snug them up, bolt on a vc and go.
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i snap head bolts so i have to do the cam cap bolts "by hand"
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215in lbs = 17.91 ft
i always wondered what was up with that display pic of yours...son of sasquatch!
Good to know, I only use ft/lbs,
1989 FWD Turbo Caravan-2.5 TIII, GT35R, auto, a/c, cruise, pwr windows/locks, fully loaded with interior and ran with full exhaust. RETIRED FOR A FEW YEARS!
1984 Chev Getaway van, 6.2 Diesel with a remote mounted turbo setup burning WMO-For sale.
2003 GSW 2.0L TDI, auto, fully loaded, modified, 360K-wife's.
2004 GSW TDI, 5 speed, fully loaded, modified.
Aurora ignition wires for sale. Link to info
Super60 roller cams or custom/billet cams. Link to info
BS. You use rod/stones.Good to know, I only use ft/lbs,
Shhhhhhhhhhh, I don't want that to get out,
Don't forget the BFH!
1989 FWD Turbo Caravan-2.5 TIII, GT35R, auto, a/c, cruise, pwr windows/locks, fully loaded with interior and ran with full exhaust. RETIRED FOR A FEW YEARS!
1984 Chev Getaway van, 6.2 Diesel with a remote mounted turbo setup burning WMO-For sale.
2003 GSW 2.0L TDI, auto, fully loaded, modified, 360K-wife's.
2004 GSW TDI, 5 speed, fully loaded, modified.
Aurora ignition wires for sale. Link to info
Super60 roller cams or custom/billet cams. Link to info
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