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Old Apr 18, 2004 | 05:42 PM
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turbo stud torque

can anyone tell me the torque value for the turbo to manifold nuts? thanks
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Old Apr 19, 2004 | 01:50 AM
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43NM or 33ft lbs.

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Old Apr 19, 2004 | 02:27 AM
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thanks justin, i guessed 35, should be close enough. had to use a box wrench on one of the bottom nuts anyway.
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Old Apr 19, 2004 | 08:15 PM
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I've had my turbo off twice and I just tightened it by feel. No leaks either time. Must not be that critical.
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Old Apr 19, 2004 | 09:50 PM
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I've had my turbo off twice and I just tightened it by feel. No leaks either time. Must not be that critical.
I use that method, too! It's good 'ol German torque... "GoodandTight"
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Old Apr 19, 2004 | 09:57 PM
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Originally posted by wannadiesel
I've had my turbo off twice and I just tightened it by feel. No leaks either time. Must not be that critical.
You are not going to break them with a combination wrench, just tighten them up.
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