Getting the torque correct on your engine bolts can make a difference in the longevity and performance of your muscle car.
Note: These specs may not be correct for your application.Verify your engine specs with a service manual for your year and model. Always torque bolts in three equal increments
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Warning!!!
If you are using ARP bolts, you MUST use
their specs. Click Here!
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Bolts or Parts |
Lube or Sealer |
Torque to: |
Increments |
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Main Caps |
Engine Oil |
95 ft-lbs. |
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Rear Main Cap |
Engine Oil |
120 ft-lbs. |
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Connecting Rod Bolts |
Assembly Lube |
45 ft-lbs. |
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SD Connecting Rod Bolts |
Assembly Lube |
65 ft-lbs. |
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Cylinder Heads |
Engine oil |
95 ft-lbs. |
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Rocker Studs (screw-in) |
Engine Oil |
55 ft-lbs. |
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Rocker Arm Nuts (Non-Adjustable Rockers) |
Assembly Lube |
20 ft-lbs. |
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Oil Pump Bolts |
Engine Oil |
30 ft-lbs. |
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Oil Pump Cover Bolts |
Engine Oil |
15 ft-lbs. |
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Windage Tray |
Engine Oil |
15 ft-lbs. |
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Oil Pan |
Engine Oil |
12 ft-lbs. |
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Camshaft Thrust Plate |
Engine Oil |
15 ft-lbs. |
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Cam Sprocket/Timing Gear (upper) |
Thread Locker |
45 ft-lbs. |
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Timing Cover to Block |
Engine Oil |
35 ft-lbs. |
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Water Pump to Cover |
Engine Oil |
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Single Timing Cover to Intake bolt |
Install rubber o-ring with light RTV silcone |
10 ft-lbs. |
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Valley Pan Bolts |
Engine Oil |
15 ft-lbs. |
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Intake Manifold (Cast Iron Heads) |
Non- Hardening Sealer |
40 ft-lbs. |
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Valve Cover |
Engine Oil |
8 ft-lbs. |
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Exhaust Manifold |
Anti-Seize Lubricant |
30 ft-lbs. |
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Spark Plugs |
No Lube or Sealer |
20 ft-lbs. |
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Flexplate (Automatic) Flywheel (Clutch) |
Thread Locker |
95 ft-lbs. |
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Clutch Pressure Plate |
Thread Locker |
25 ft-lbs. |
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Centerbolt (Harmonic Damper) |
Thread Locker |
160 ft-lbs. |
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Bellhousing (Transmission to Block) |
Engine Oil |
40 ft-lbs. |