U-joint torque specs

[fiatslug87]

Does anyone have the torque specs for the u-joint strap bolts? Same for front and rear driveshafts?

 

Thanks

[HOrnbrod]

From the Spicer manual:

 

Technical Information
* Fits Bearing Cap 1.938in For 1710/1760/1810 Series
* 2.806in C/L to C/L
* Crosses to 6.5-70-89-3 OEM Strap and 6.5-70-316 OEM Bolts 1/2in-20 x 1.00in Long
* Torque to 115-135 lb.ft

[fiatslug87]

Thanks Don. I didn't expect it to be that high and i didn't think the bolts were that big. I'm at work and will check tonight.

[HOrnbrod]

I didn't either. I junked the crappy strap setup a long time ago and installed a U-Bolt Yoke Conversion Kit when I had to change the D44 pinion seal the last time out. $$ well spent.  :thumbsup:

 

[Minuit]

1990 FSM has 14 ft-lb for the strap to yoke bolts.

[HOrnbrod]

That sounds more realistic. I just checked my 91 FSM - 14 ft.-lbs. too. Ignore my first reply - bum info.

[Strokermjcomanche]

I may be reading this wrong , but I think the strap bolts are

 

19n•m (14ft lbs ) set to torque

 

16-22n•m (12-16ftlbs) service recheck torque

[fiatslug87]

Thanks guys, that sounds more reasonable. I think the bolts are only 1/4 inch.