I'm building my first LQ 6.0. Reading my assembly book it reads the early style rod bolts to torque then dial to 60* ...later bolts with a step shank 75* My bolts somewhat appear like the early style without the "threads" . So what degree do I use ?? Thanks all its my first "new" engine in almost 30 years. I've built many early, early version small and big block Chevrolet.

 

15ft lbs then 75*

 

His bolts are early style. No stepped shoulder on the shank.

But IMHO, just invest in ARPs and call it good. Can't go wrong for $100. I hate this TTY garbage. Made me spend over a grand in good Tq wrenches just to work on the sumbitches with stock bolts.

I try to replace all the TTY stuff I can.