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Old Mar 27, 2012 | 09:37 AM
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Hello,

I'm about the bolt on the flywheel to the crank {crate 350}. The instructions that came with the flywheel {Zoom} said to use threadlocker? I've installed many flywheels and never used any threadlocker before. Any ideas? Also, does anyone remember the torque specs for the flywheels bolts and the pressure plate bolts?

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Originally Posted by Jaguarmaven
Hello,

I'm about the bolt on the flywheel to the crank {crate 350}. The instructions that came with the flywheel {Zoom} said to use threadlocker? I've installed many flywheels and never used any threadlocker before. Any ideas? Also, does anyone remember the torque specs for the flywheels bolts and the pressure plate bolts?

Thanks!!!

Dan Siegel
Here are some torque specs for ya.

http://www.stl-vettes.com/65Vette/co...rque_Specs.pdf
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Old Mar 27, 2012 | 10:48 AM
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Thank you. What about the threadlocker? Necessary?

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Old Mar 27, 2012 | 10:51 AM
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Thank you. What about the threadlocker? Necessary?

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Necessary? I don't know. Recommended, absolutely. I wouldn't put it together without using blue Loctite.

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Old Mar 27, 2012 | 12:01 PM
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Thank you. Will do.

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Originally Posted by Jaguarmaven
Thank you. What about the threadlocker? Necessary?

Dan
Although threadlocker is no substitute for proper fastener torque, it is always a good idea.

Jim
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Old Mar 27, 2012 | 12:55 PM
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and again.. blue... not red..
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Thank you. And would you use the blue thread locker on the pressure plate botls as well?

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And would you use the blue thread locker on the pressure plate botls as well?
Same situation as in posting #6, as far as I'm concerned.

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Will do. Many thanks.

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