72Z/28

Hello

I am in the process of replacing the rope seal between the upper and lower shells. I know that the 10 long bolts are torqued at 89 in. lb.

However, not quite sure about the torque specs on the 3 front and 3 rear short bolts that hold both shells together.

Any input will be appreciated.

RonSSNova

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Tighten them with a T handle just good and snug. Or use the same as the long ones. It’s the same thread size I believe.

72Z/28

Thanks Ron

I have just found the instructions for the 102mm FAST intake manifold, where they mentioned to torque the short bolts at 70-89 in lb. I guess I am going to torque them the same as the long ones as you mentioned because of same size

Darth_V8r

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Moved to external

RonSSNova

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One thing I’ve noted is that the long bolts tend to loosen with time. So check them after a few heat cycles.

Instead of replacing the rubber rope in mine, I simply laid a small bead of rtv on top of it and bolted it together.

72Z/28

I am going to use some blue loctite on the bolts. I have already removed the old seals and hopefully will be able to lay down the new rope seal nicely so it won’t leak😬. Yes you are right, laying a small bead of rtv would do the job.