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Subject: torque wrench settings corrections
From: "MonteMorris" <mmorris@nemr.net>
Date: Mon, 19 May 2003 22:55:04 -0500
Paul asked about a few things on the torque wrench settings that I recently
posted. I've included the exchange below so everyone can correct their list.
Monte



----- Original Message -----
From: "MonteMorris" <mmorris@nemr.net>
To: "Telewest (PH)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2003 10:51 PM
Subject: Re: compiled torque wrench settings.


> Paul,
> The + on the big end bolts is a typo.
> Th "v" in steering rack fixings, I don't have  a clue. Would you say "all
> models"?
> The "tighten to align to next hole" on the brake failure switch should be
> deleted.
> Thanks for catching the errors.
> Monte
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Telewest (PH)" <paul.hunt1@blueyonder.co.uk>
> To: "MonteMorris" <mmorris@nemr.net>
> Sent: Monday, May 19, 2003 6:25 AM
> Subject: Re: compiled torque wrench settings.
>
>
> > Hi Monte,
> >
> > I've added these at http://www.mgb-stuff.org.uk/wn_miscframe.htm and
click
> > on 'Torque Values' but have a couple of questions:
> >
> > What does the '+' in 'Big-end bolts  +35 to 40 early models(CBB)'
signify?
> > Is the 'v' in 'Steering rack fixings v 30' a typo?
> > Likewise 'Brake pressure failure switch (nylon)  15 Semi floating axle,
> > tighten to
> > align to next hole'?
> >
> > One I am aware of but cannot find is the stub axle nut, 40 lb ft then
the
> > next hole, after shimming the bearings to give an end-float of .002" to
> > .004".
> >
> > Cheers,
> > Paul.
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "MonteMorris" <mmorris@nemr.net>
> > To: "MG list" <mgs@autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Saturday, May 17, 2003 3:53 PM
> > Subject: compiled torque wrench settings.
> >
> >
> > > I have compiled a disc of torque wrench settings from three MG
manuals.
> I
> > > used Corel Quatro Pro for the information. I have the disc, but don't
> know
> > > how to share it with the list. I'll paste it in below and maybe
someone
> > can
> > > modify it and place it on a website.
> > > Monte
> > >
> > > Application-Engine-Torque (ft/lbs)-Comments
> > >
> > > Engine
> > > Main bearing nuts All models 70
> > > Flywheel set screws 18G/18GA 40
> > > Gudgeon pin clamp bolts 18G/18GA 25 early models(CBB)
> > > Big-end bolts  +35 to 40 early models(CBB)
> > > Big-end bolts  33 later models (RBB), oiled thread
> > > Cylinder head nuts 18G/18GA 45 to 50
> > > Rocker bracket nuts All models 25
> > > Oil pump to crankcase All models 14
> > > Sump to crankcase All models 6
> > > Cylinder side cover screws 18G/18GA 2
> > > Cylinder side cover screws, deep cover 18G/18GA 5
> > > Timing cover, 1/4 inch screws 18G/18GA 6
> > > Timing cover, 5/16 inch screws 18G/18GA 14
> > > Rear plate, 5/16 inch screws All models 20
> > > Rear plate, 3/8 inch screws All models 30
> > > Water pump to crankcase  25 early models(CBB)
> > > Water pump to crankcase  17 later models (RBB)
> > > Water outlet elbow nuts 18G/18GA 8
> > > Rocker cover nuts 18G/18GA 4
> > > Manifold nuts All models 15
> > > Oil filter center bolt 18G/18GA 15 early models(CBB)
> > > Clutch to flywheel All models 25 to 30
> > > Carburetter stud nuts 18G/18GA 2
> > > Carburetter stud nuts All models 15
> > > Distributor clamp bolt (nut trapped) 18G/18GA 4
> > > Distributor clamp bolt (bolt trapped) 18G/18GA 2 to 3
> > > Fan blade fixing screws 18G/18GA0 7 to 9
> > > Crankshaft pulley nuts All models 70
> > > Camshaft nut All models 60 to 70
> > > Oil pipe banjo All models 37 max
> > > Front plate, 5/16 inch screws All models 20
> > > Rear engine mounting bolt All models 38 to 40
> > > Oil pressure relief valve domed nut All models 43 Pre-1978
> > > Oil pressure relief valve domed nut All models 40 1978 on
> > > Rocker bracket nuts All models 25
> > > Rear Axle
> > > Half-shaft nut  150 Semi floating axle, tighten to align to next hole
> > > Differential bearing cap bolts  60 to 65 three-quarter floating axle
> > > Crown wheel bolts All models 60 to 65
> > > Pinion nut, new spacer only  180 to 220
> > > Pinion nut, oil seal change   Adjust to preload, see section Ha,
Bentley
> > > Pinion bearing nut  135 to 140 three-quarter floating axle
> > > Axle shaft nut  150 tighten to align to next hole
> > > Crown wheel to differential carrier  55 to 60 three-quarter floating
> axle
> > > Bearing retaining nut  180 three-quarter floating axle
> > > Differential bearing cap bolts  50 to 55 semi- floating axle
> > > Rear Suspension
> > > Rear shock absorber bolts All models 55 to 60
> > > Front Suspension
> > > Front shock absorber bolts All models 43 to 45
> > > Brake disc to hub All models 40 to 45
> > > Brake caliper mounting All models 40 to 45
> > > Bearing retaining nut All models 40 to 70
> > > Cross member to body All models 54 to 56
> > > Shock absorber pinch bolt All models 28
> > > Wishbone cross bolt All models 28
> > > Anti roll bar link All models 60
> > > Spring pan nuts and screws All models 22
> > > Stiff nut to crossmember mounting bolt  44 to 46 GHN4, GHD4,GHD5,GHN5
> > > models
> > > Steering
> > > Steering arm bolts All models 60 to 65
> > > Steering rack fixings v 30
> > > Steering wheel nut  41 to 43
> > > Steering wheel nut, 9/16 in. UNF  27 to 29 GHN4, GHD4,GHD5,GHN5
models
> > > Steering wheel nut, 11/16 in. UNF  41 to 43 GHN4, GHD4,GHD5,GHN5
models
> > > Steering wheel nut  36 to 38 GHN4, GHD4,GHD5,GHN5   some local models
> > > Steering column universal joint bolts All models 20 to 22
> > > Steering rack and pinion bearing nut All models 40
> > > Steering tie-rod lock nut All models 33 to 38
> > > Steering lever balljoint nut All models 34 to 35
> > > Swivel pin nut All models 60 tighten to align to next hole
> > > Steering column top fixing bolts All models 12 to 17
> > > Road wheel nuts All models 60 to 65
> > > Transmission
> > > Front brake band adj. screw locknut  15 to 20 automatic transmission
> > > Rear brake band adj. screw locknut  25 to 30 automatic transmission
> > > Filler tube to transmission case  20 to 30 automatic transmission
> > > Filler tube to connector sleeve nut  17 to 18 automatic transmission
> > > Drive flange nut  55 to 60 automatic transmission
> > > Center support bolts  10 to 18 automatic transmission
> > > Mounting to gearbox case  15 to 20 manual transmission
> > > Drive flange nut, without overdrive  150 manual transmission
> > > Drive flange nut, overdrive Type D  100 to 130 manual transmission
> > > Drive flange nut, overdrive Type LH  55 to 60 manual transmission
> > > Converter to drive plate bolts  25 to 30 automatic transmission
> > > Transmission case to converter housing  8 to 13 automatic transmission
> > > Extension housing to transmission case  8 to 13 automatic transmission
> > > Oil pan to gearbox  8 to 13 automatic transmission
> > > Front servo bolts  8 to 13 automatic transmission
> > > Rear servo bolts  13 to 27 automatic transmission
> > > Pump adaptor to housing screw  2 to 3 automatic transmission
> > > Pump adaptor to housing bolts  17 to 32 automatic transmission
> > > Pump adaptor to transmission case  8 to 18 automatic transmission
> > > Manual shaft locknut  7 to 9 automatic transmission
> > > Pressure adaptor plug  4 to 5 automatic transmission
> > > Drain plug  8 to 10 automatic transmission
> > > Upper valve body to lower valve body scre  20 to 30 automatic
> transmission
> > > Lower valve body to upper valve body scr  20 to 30 automatic
> transmission
> > > Oil tube and end plate to valve body  20 to 30 automatic transmission
> > > Valve bodies to transmission case bolts  5 to 9 automatic transmission
> > > Cam bracket screws  20 to 40 automatic transmission
> > > Governor to counterweight screws  4 to 5 automatic transmission
> > > Governor to cover plate screws  20 to 48 automatic transmission
> > > Front servo adjusting screw locknut  15 to 20 automatic transmission
> > > Rear servo adjusting screw locknut  25 to 30 automatic transmission
> > > Starter inhibitor switch locknut  4 to 6 automatic transmission
> > > Downshift cable adaptor bolts  8 to 9 automatic transmission
> > > Filler tube connector to transmission  20 to 30 automatic transmission
> > > Stone guard screws  17 to 19 automatic transmission
> > > Driving flange nut  55 to 60 automatic transmission
> > > General
> > > Gearbox remote control cover to tunnel All models 44 to 46
> > > Hydralic brake pipe connection, 3/8 UNF  5 to 7
> > > Hydralic brake pipe connect, 7/16 UNF  7 to 10
> > > Alternator shaft nut All models 25 to 30
> > > Interior mirror special screw All models 5
> > > Master cylinder port adaptors  33 later models (RBB)
> > > Master cylinder reservoir fixing bolts All models 5
> > > Brake pressure failure switch (nylon)  15 Semi floating axle, tighten
to
> > > align to next hole
> > > Brake pressure failure switch end plug All models 200
> > > Air pump mounting screws  18
> > > Spark plugs All models 18
> > > Propeller shaft flange nuts All models 30 to 35
> > > Brake caliper securing bolts All models 40 to 45
> > > Brake front servo bolts All models 8 to 13
> > > Brake rear servo bolts All models 13 to 27
> > > Brake stone guard screws All models 17 to 19
> > > Pressure differential switch end plug  17 later models (RBB)
> > > Alternator mounting bolt All models 20
> > > Alternator pulley nut All models 25
> > > Starter motor mounting bolts All models 30

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