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    Forged rod bolt torque

    Does anyone know what torque the arp bolts on forged rods should be?

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    I torqued mine to the same as standard bolts.

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    Quote Originally Posted by oblark View Post
    I torqued mine to the same as standard bolts.
    Do they need copper slip on them?

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    Quote Originally Posted by stribo View Post
    Do they need copper slip on them?
    If I recall correctly from my Vauxhall redtop days you just grease the underside of the bolt head

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    Quote Originally Posted by stribo View Post
    Do they need copper slip on them?
    I would, just incase you have to change one at the roadside.

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    Quote Originally Posted by stribo View Post
    Do they need copper slip on them?
    Only if you don't use a torque wrench !.

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