B/RB Mopar - Torque Specifications

Craig Schober

All B/RB torque specifications are listed below. All torque values are with a very light coating of oil/ARP assembly lube (per fastener type) on the threaded portion of the fastener. All torque specifications are sourced from "Chilton's Auto Repair Manual 1973"

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Cam Locking Bolt(s) 35 ft.-lbs.
Connecting Rod Bolts - OEM 45 ft.-lbs.
Connecting Rod Bolts - ARP "Press in" 50-55 ft.-lbs.
Connecting Rod Bolts - ARP2000 Bolts/Aftermarket 70 ft.-lbs.
Crankshaft Rear Bearing Seal Retainer Bolts 30 ft.-lbs.
Cylinder Head Bolts - OEM 30/50/70 ft.-lbs.*
Cylinder Head Bolts - ARP Bolts 30/50/70 ft.-lbs.*
Cylinder Head Bolts - ARP Studs 40/60/80 ft.-lbs.*
Exhaust Manifold Nuts 30 ft.-lbs.
Flexplate to Torque Converter Bolts 270 in.-lbs.
Flywheel Housing to Engine Block Bolts 50 ft.-lbs.
Flywheel/Flexplate Bolts 55 ft.-lbs.
Fuel Pump Bolt 30 ft.-lbs.
Harmonic Damper Bolt 135 ft.-lbs.
Intake Manifold Bolts 40 ft.-lbs.
Main Cap Bolts - OEM 35/60/85 ft.-lbs.
Main Cap  - ARP Bolts 35/70/110 ft-lbs.
Main Cap - ARP Studs 35/70/110 ft-lbs.
Oil Pan Bolts 15 ft.-lbs.
Oil Pump Attaching Bolt 35 ft.-lbs.
Oil Pump Cover Bolt 10 ft.-lbs.
Rocker Shaft Bracket Bolts 25 ft.-lbs.
Starter Mounting Bolts 50 ft.-lbs.
Water Pump Bolts 30 ft-lbs.