Torque specs on rod and mains

[nbristow01]

I searched, I swear, I found one thread with a chart of specs. I did not see rod torque specs. kick me in the balls first, thats fine, then if you also have an answer while I am doubled over thats even better.

[Mike_B]

The blue factory manual states:

Main Bearing Caps - 42-46 ft/lbs

Big End Bolts - 38-41 ft/lbs

Of course this is for factory fasteners. If you are using ARP, follow manufacturer's recommended torque settings.

Hope this helps...

[02for2]

Connecting Rod Big End Caps - 40 ft.lb. (55Nm)

Mains - 45 ft.lb. (62Nm)

Cylinder Head bolts - 54 ft.lb. (75Nm)

Source: Haynes Manual

Cheers!

[nbristow01]

Thanks and man my nuts don't even hurt!

[nbristow01]

http://www.bmw2002faq.com/content/view/48/32/

Did you try this page? Big end bolts?

Yep, that was before I was told what Big End Bolts mean. Now I know

[kbmb02]

Follow the (vapor) trail....

[TobyB]

. If you are using ARP,

If you are using ARP rod bolts for standard rods,

PLEASE tell us how you got them.

Pretty please?

No rochambault needed.

t

[Mike_B]

. If you are using ARP,

If you are using ARP rod bolts for standard rods,

PLEASE tell us how you got them.

Pretty please?

No rochambault needed.

t

They are not available as far as know, but Nick didn't indicate that he was using stock rods and I wanted to cover the bases.

[MrSharky]

Which one is the "blue book" ? I have the Haynes, the Macartney Guide (it's cover is blue) and the "Service Manual" in pdf form. The pdf isn't blue, but I think it might be what you're referring to.

thoughts & clarifications?

Matt

[02Les]

Called Blue......because they are in Blue binders.

[MrSharky]

Ah ha!!!!

"I see" said the blind man...

thanks!!

Matt