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Old 10-28-2008, 11:11 AM
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Hello guys

I am replaceing the rear spring in my 72 and would like to know the torque value on the 4 bolts that hold the spring to the Diff.

Thanks in advance Paul
Old 10-28-2008, 05:32 PM
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Hi Paul,
Those four bolts are to be torqued to 60-80 lbs. ft.
They should be torqued when the weight is back on the rear suspension... car sitting on the ground.
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if its a composite spring, its something like 40-45lbs.

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