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In this Discussion
- Chuck G February 2008
- Geoff C., N.Z. February 2008
- Kevin C. February 2008
Torque specs
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I'm looking for the torque specs. for the nuts on the u bolts that hold the front and rear axles to the leaf springs on my '39 (they would probably be the same from '37 to '39).
Kevin -
There are no torque specs listed in my mechanical procedure manual i would say make them tight if they are half inch 90- 100 pounds of torque.
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Step-down and Jet service manuals specify "Rear Spring Clips" using 1/2"-20 U-bolts to torque down 70-80. These are the same as the '39 (including fronts).
Geoff.If you're stuck in a hole, stop digging. -
Thanks Chuck!
It didn't require much torque to loosen those nuts after the jam nut was removed. I was a bit concerned because I'm replacing the old nuts with new grade 8 units.
My manual doesn't have any torque specs for it either. My Motors manual has some torque specs but I loaned out and it hasn't returned yet.
Kevin -
My Motors manual does not list the torque specs. for these.
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Geoff C., N.Z. wrote:Step-down and Jet service manuals specify "Rear Spring Clips" using 1/2"-20 U-bolts to torque down 70-80. These are the same as the '39 (including fronts).
Geoff.
Once again Geoff answers the question that stumps rest of the Hudsonworld!
Thank you Mr. Clark!
Kevin
