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Originally Posted by bracurrie
I am out of my depth with this job so I have some basic questions before I try to do this.
First do the bolts ever need to be replaced?
Second is the procedure always done with the engine cold?
Third can you push the torque spec any?
Thanks
Brad
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1) If the condition of the bolts, and in particular the threads, is such that corrosion over a long period of time has removed noticeable amounts of metal, then yes, there is cause for replacement.
2) Engine cold, yes.
3) By removing, cleaning, and in particular lubricating the threads & undersurface of the bolt heads, the applied torque of the wrench will most closely result in developing the intended
tension in the bolt, and as a consequence, the necessary clamping force.