Hi all!
I was installing the the flexplate (the flywheel on an automatic) on my
TR7 when a bolt snapped! The Haynes manual said that the correct torque
for the flywheel to the crankshaft was 45 lb ft. This is the torque I
attempted to take the bolts to when one snapped.
Is 45 lb ft the correct torque for the bolts holding the flexplate to
the crankshaft? If so, is it a dry thread rating or lubricated? - I had
lubricated my bolts.
Also, I was reusing the origninal bolts - is it wrong to do this?
I was carefully torquing the bolts up to 45 lb ft too, by easing the the
torque up a bit at a time and doing a full round of all bolts. The one
bolts broke on my last round to take it up to 45 lb ft. I don't think
that my torque procedure is at fault (?).
At this point, I guess I will have to buy all new bolts and try again.
Could be kind of hard to find - many parts for the auto TR7 are
discontinued without a company remanufacturing them yet. Does anybody
know of a good source?
Your prompt assistance is greatly appreciated!
Greg.
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'76 Triumph TR7 V8 (Buick 350) Fixedhead Coupe.
'79 Triumph TR7 Auto Drophead Coupe.
'78 Mazda RX7.
'73 FIAT 128 Coupe SL 1300cc.
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