Radius rod bolt torque spec? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

ssmike · 03-06-2011, 10:57 AM

I just installed the Pedders radius rod bushing inserts but I don't know what the torque spec is for the bolt. Anyone know? PM sent to JusticePete

JusticePete · 03-06-2011, 05:55 PM

German technology applies here -- Gudentight.

There are GM torque specs for suspension bolts it is our company policy to always follow the vehicle manufacturer's installation and torque specifications. Having typed that, getting an accurate torque reading on many of the suspension bolts is problematic. You can use joints and extensions, but they all interfere with accurate torque readings. The quench on the nut, debris on the threads can create false torque readings. Suspension bolts are high quality high grade materials. I don't know that I have seen a technician strip one with hand tools and I have worked with some monster technicians. That is where the term Gudentight comes from. The last thing you want is a suspension bolts coming loose.

Follow the GM torque specifications as stated by GM.

ssmike · 03-06-2011, 08:57 PM

Wow! Nice! Thanks Pete!

03-06-2011, 10:57 AM	#1
ssmike BL1ZZRD Drives: '16 Camaro 2SS, '20 Equinox Redline Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 7,840	Radius rod bolt torque spec? I just installed the Pedders radius rod bushing inserts but I don't know what the torque spec is for the bolt. Anyone know? PM sent to JusticePete

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03-06-2011, 05:55 PM	#2
JusticePete Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 20,174	German technology applies here -- Gudentight. There are GM torque specs for suspension bolts it is our company policy to always follow the vehicle manufacturer's installation and torque specifications. Having typed that, getting an accurate torque reading on many of the suspension bolts is problematic. You can use joints and extensions, but they all interfere with accurate torque readings. The quench on the nut, debris on the threads can create false torque readings. Suspension bolts are high quality high grade materials. I don't know that I have seen a technician strip one with hand tools and I have worked with some monster technicians. That is where the term Gudentight comes from. The last thing you want is a suspension bolts coming loose. Follow the GM torque specifications as stated by GM.

03-06-2011, 08:57 PM	#3
ssmike BL1ZZRD Drives: '16 Camaro 2SS, '20 Equinox Redline Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 7,840	Wow! Nice! Thanks Pete!