C7 Tech/Performance Corvette Technical Info, Internal Engine, External Engine, Tech Topics, Basic Tech, Maintenance, How to Remove & Replace
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Rear Spoiler Torque Specs

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 23, 2015 | 05:43 PM
  #1  
TK-421's Avatar
TK-421
Thread Starter
5th Gear
 
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
Default Rear Spoiler Torque Specs

Hello, does anyone know the torque specs for the nuts on the Z51 rear spoiler? Thanks
Reply
Old Feb 24, 2015 | 04:47 AM
  #2  
Theta's Avatar
Theta
Tech Contributor
 
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 4,761
Likes: 240
From: Saint Louis MO
St. Jude Donor '14-'15
Default

Rear Spoiler Nut = 62 lb in

Reply
Old Feb 24, 2015 | 07:37 AM
  #3  
beachcomber's Avatar
beachcomber
Drifting
 
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,581
Likes: 50
From: Prosper TX
Default

Wow, wayyyyy more than I would have thought.
Reply
Old Feb 24, 2015 | 07:37 AM
  #4  
Theta's Avatar
Theta
Tech Contributor
 
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 4,761
Likes: 240
From: Saint Louis MO
St. Jude Donor '14-'15
Default

Does seem a little excessive, doesn't it?

Body Side Upper Front Applique Bolt 2.5 Y 22 lb in
Front Lower Grille Bolt 2.5 Y 22 lb in
Front Fender Ornamentation Vent Nut 4 Y 35 lb in
Front Wheel Opening Rear Molding Bolt 2.5 Y 22 lb in
Quarter Panel Air Scoop Nut 2 Y 18 lb in
Rear Spoiler Nut 7 Y 62 lb in
Rear Wheel Opening Rear Molding Bolt 2.5 Y 22 lb in
Rocker Panel Molding Bolt 2 Y 18 lb in
Reply
Old Feb 24, 2015 | 02:13 PM
  #5  
TK-421's Avatar
TK-421
Thread Starter
5th Gear
 
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
Default

Thanks for the help
Reply
Old Feb 24, 2015 | 02:20 PM
  #6  
Theta's Avatar
Theta
Tech Contributor
 
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 4,761
Likes: 240
From: Saint Louis MO
St. Jude Donor '14-'15
Default

Originally Posted by TK-421
Thanks for the help
Anytime! Have fun modding!
Reply

Get notified of new replies

To Rear Spoiler Torque Specs





All times are GMT -4. The time now is 03:09 PM.

story-0
10 Ugly Corvettes That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Corvettes that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 10:34:17


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer

A lot of money has changed hands at the online auction house over the years.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-03 10:21:50


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: 10 great gifts Corvette enthusiasts actually want for Father's Day!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:40


VIEW MORE
story-3
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems

Slideshow: These are the quirks, annoyances, and oddly lovable problems that every Corvette owner eventually learns to live with.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 09:31:39


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years

Slideshow: 10 reasons why the C6 Z06 is still a performance benchmark after 20 years.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 17:20:09


VIEW MORE
story-5
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972

Slideshow: How much horsepower every Corvette engine lost in 1972.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:54:53


VIEW MORE
story-6
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!

Slideshow: How to Protect A Convertible Top: 10 DOs & DON'Ts

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-03 00:00:00


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!

Slideshow: The 10 most explosive Corvettes ever built based on power-to-weight ratio.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-20 07:23:03


VIEW MORE
story-8
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter

Slideshow: From C1 to C8 we compare every Corvette generation by the numbers.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 16:54:12


VIEW MORE
story-9
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time

Slideshow: Some Corvette pace cars became collectible legends, while others perfectly captured the look and attitude of their era.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-11 09:50:51


VIEW MORE