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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 04:23 PM
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Default Torque setting for idler arm nut?

anyone know what the torque setting is for the idler arm castle nut, joins onto the steering arm??

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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 07:13 PM
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Probably in the 65-80 ft-lb range. Besides, you put a cotter pin through it to keep it in place.
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 11:52 AM
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My 81 shop manual says 35 Ft. lbs. + enought to allign the cotter pin.
Not sure what year you have but for the 81 that's the number.
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 01:22 PM
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cheers for info

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