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Old Aug 23, 2012 | 01:30 PM
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Sorry guys, but I can’t find my assembly manual. What is the Torque spec of the 4 bolts that hold the rear transverse spring on the differential. I check other sources and one said 40 the other 80
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My AIM for a 74 says 60-80 ft/lbs. Seems like a wide margin.
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Vehicle should have full weight on springs/wheels before full torque is applied. If not, you could break an "ear".
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Originally Posted by Barry's70LT1
Vehicle should have full weight on springs/wheels before full torque is applied. If not, you could break an "ear".

I didn't know that! Thanks!
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My AIM for a 74 says 60-80 ft/lbs. Seems like a wide margin.
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1970 AIM is the same

TRW composite spring is 50psi
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This is a good old fashion metal spring.
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