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Old 12-20-2003 | 06:28 PM
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i cant seem to find the answer with a seach.

can someone tell me what the STOCK LCA's should be torqed to ?

also, should a load be on the suspension while torqing the bolts?

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Old 12-21-2003 | 01:44 PM
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Not sure on the torque # but, make sure you tighten them at ride height.
If you tighten them with suspension unloaded the bushing will twist when you let the car down,& reduce it's operation & life.
Old 12-21-2003 | 06:43 PM
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thanks wrench


anyone know the torque specs? im trying to remeber if it was 60 or 80 ft/lbs
Old 12-21-2003 | 07:52 PM
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If I recall, it was 85ft/lbs



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