Torque questions
 

Okay the real answer to this question is for me to buy a manual - but . . . could anyone tell me the torque specs for the following:

Steering box bolts that go into frame
Steering shaft coupler bolts
Drag link nuts
Power steering bracket bolts to the engine and motor mount

Thanks in advance. Got the old box off and ready to install the power steering goodies http://67-72chevytrucks.com/board/ubbhtml/smile.gif

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1969 C20 4x4 with 4" lift and 35's
residing near Rose Hill, Kansas

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I don't really think these require torqing. I've always tightened them down until they feel tight enough.

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Randy70C-10
70 C-10 SWB stepside
47 chevy fleetline
30 Model A coupe
87 Harley Sportster
Built in USA!!!!

Hey Yukon,
I'm lookin' in my 71 overhaul manual and here's some specs for a 20 series 4+4,
Steering gear mounting bolts - 65 ft. lbs.
Flexible coupling bolts and studs (steering shaft coupler bolts?) - 18 in. lbs.
Steering connecting rod nuts (Drag link?) - 50 ft. lbs.
Tie rod ball joint nuts - 45 ft. lbs.
Tie rod clamp bolts - 35 ft. lbs.
Pitman arm to sector shaft nut - 90 ft. lbs.
Steering wheel nut - 40 ft. lbs.
Lower coupling to wormshaft clamp bolt - 30 ft. lbs.
Hope this helps you somewhat!

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1971 C10 swb stepside 350/700R4/3.73posi

just crank um down with a 1/2 rachet,u don't need no specs A.E. BADGES! WE DON'T NEED NO STINKING BADGES!!!!!lol bob67cst.(sometimes i just crack myself up)

Yeah Bob, that's what I'm talking about! Old school. heh heh

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Randy70C-10
70 C-10 SWB stepside
47 chevy fleetline
30 Model A coupe
87 Harley Sportster
Built in USA!!!!

You should follow the procedure they use on Fords; tighten the bolt until it starts to strip, then back it off 1/4 turn. He, he

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68 307 S.B.Step Side, PowerGlide

Hey Yukon! I found specs for the pump bracket and support - 25 ft. lbs.

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1971 C10 swb stepside 350/700R4/3.73posi