H All,
Ready to install the accessories on my rebuilt longblock. And I'm wondering, is there a torque spec that I should follow - determined by fastener size??? Like M6=X inch pounds / foot pounds, M8=, etc?
Or are there exceptions to the rule...???
Like say, ohhh - the oil cooler fastener torque??? I just bought a new torque wench - I mean wrench & I wanna use it
And, of course - then there's to loctite or not to loctite??? That's another question. What to loctite... I've got a new bottle of "red" & I'm not afraid to use it!!!
Any other exceptions / tips / stuff I should be aware of???
BTW - I hate oil leaks!
Thanks, Gary

Thanks, Gary

I have found that if you dont put oil in it, it doesnt leak at all.

On another note, When you refer to accessories, you mean like fan shroud and stuff? I usually just put it together and tighten it up till I think the bolt is about to break off and then leave it. I check everything after about 100, then 500 miles to make sure everything is still tight. I never had a problem.

Now there's a thought...
But seriously folks - I'm taking my time, using my torque wrench, checkin' it twice.
I'm mostly concerned with the oil cooler fastener torque. I haven't found a specific torque call-out in the book. I don't want to over-torque & possibly crack the cooler.
Help me!!!

I looked in my books and found nothing. Since you are tightening into the aluminum case, I would tighten them about the same as other bolts going into aluminum. 14-21 ft/lbs.