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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 11:42 PM
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Could someone give me the correct bolt torques for the 3/8" mechanical fuel pump bolts, and the 1/4" pump plate bolts.
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 12:49 AM
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Originally Posted by willem wallace
Could someone give me the correct bolt torques for the 3/8" mechanical fuel pump bolts, and the 1/4" pump plate bolts.
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according to 1971 aim
pump bolts at 25-30 lbs
plate bolts at 32-40 lbs
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 02:02 PM
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Thanks 19Lew,
I saw those values in the AIM. Was trying to see if anyone else had another source. I am a rookie, but the torque assigned to the 1/4" bolts seems like it may be a misprint.
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Originally Posted by willem wallace
Thanks 19Lew,
I saw those values in the AIM. Was trying to see if anyone else had another source. I am a rookie, but the torque assigned to the 1/4" bolts seems like it may be a misprint.
doNOT try 32-40 foot lbs. on a 1/4 " bolt.........probably inch pounds
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doNOT try 32-40 foot lbs. on a 1/4 " bolt.........probably inch pounds
I have snapped those bolts off before. The little 1/4-20 bolt heads will twist right off. Quick google check says 65-72 in-lbs ('bout 6 ft-lbs).

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