Re: stupid Engine Stand question

From: Biff Byrum (bbyrum9@foothill.net)
Date: Sun Jul 30 2006 - 23:57:50 EDT


I think about 30 to 40 should be good enough. Yes, grade 8's are probably
better for that application. You should chase them before reinstall, so why
not now? biff byrum
----- Original Message -----
From: "Dan Kramarsky" <dkramarsky68@yahoo.com>
To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
Sent: Sunday, July 30, 2006 7:32 PM
Subject: DML: stupid Engine Stand question

>
> Ok, I have a 318 block I am working with. What torque should I use to
mount the rear face of block ( those 3/8-16 tranny mount holes ) to the
stand head?
>
> Should it be the same torque? Or *more* torque since its supporting the
entire weight of the block?
>
> Also I bought Grade 8 bolts for this. Was that correct to do?
>
>
> and last: is it a good idea to chase the threads of the those holes
before putting the block on the stand?
>
> -dan
>
> Dan K.
>
> 1992 Dakota Club Cab LE with A/C, Cruise, PS, PB, PW, PL, 3.55 rear, 5.2L
V8 and a 46RH. Mods: Cool-air intake, 180* T-stat, relocated IAT.
>
> http://static.flickr.com/42/84856795_c18903d10f.jpg
>
> Future Plans: 5.9L engine swap, cat-back exhaust, 3.91 rear



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