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Pitman Arm Nut - Correct Torque?

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Old 04-24-2006, 03:53 PM
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Default Pitman Arm Nut - Correct Torque?

What is the correct torque on the large nut (Pitman arm to steering sector), 140 lb-ft or 185 lb-ft? I have references with both values given. This is for a 74 with power steering. Thanks
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I set them to 150 ft/lbs with new washer and nut.
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