Caliper Bolt Torque Spec
Jun 13, 2005 | 03:55 PM
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Caliper Bolt Torque Spec
I am upgrading my calipers with the VBP O-ring kit.
Jun 13, 2005 | 04:52 PM
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I don't know about the O ring conversion but the halves should be 130 Ft/lb for the front and 60 ft/lb for the rear. Don't forget the O rings~!
Jun 13, 2005 | 04:52 PM
Le Mans Master
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130 ft-lbs front
60 ft-lbs rear.
70 ft-lbs on the mounting bolts.
Jun 13, 2005 | 05:07 PM
Melting Slicks
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Quote:
Originally Posted by NHvette
130 ft-lbs front
60 ft-lbs rear.
70 ft-lbs on the mounting bolts.
Right on the money!
Jun 14, 2005 | 12:30 PM
Burning Brakes
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Tighten just until they break, then back off 1/4 turn
Jul 5, 2022 | 10:49 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by
jwbert
Tighten just until they break, then back off 1/4 turn
Made my night. Search for torque specs and found this...
Jul 6, 2022 | 07:46 AM
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Actually, the "Correct" Torque spec is....
