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#1225278 07/13/2017 2:33 AM
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Back to my 52 3 speed. When would be the best time to torque the u joint ball cover bolts. Jackstands under the frame, or weight on wheels, or does it matter? 1/2 ton 3 speed torque tube.

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Any time, TommyJ,

No need to over torque (15-25 lbs would be plently).

If you have leaks there (VERY common), the best bet (and it is a painful one) is to do the cover/seal adjustent procedure described in the Transmission section (I think) in the Shop Manual.


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