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Series 1 1600 Torque setting for big ends, mains, and Head

Series 1 1600 Torque setting for big ends, mains, and Head Cylinder head bolts - 7/16 in. B.S.F - 50lb/ft 3/8 in. B.S.F. - 30lb/ft Main bearing bolts- 80lb/ft Big end bolts - 40lb/ft

Mini Torque Wrench Settings

Mini Torque Wrench Settings Do those nuts and bolts up properly, or a wheel might fall off... if you've been trying to find correct torque wrench settings for your Mini here they are for just about everything that matters. Suspension and Steering, Mk1/2 Fastener Torque (lbft) Torque (kgm) Drive shaft coupling U bolts (rubber cross inner joints) 8 to 12 1.11 to 1.66 Drive shaft nut (front hub, drum brakes).  Continue tightening until next split pin slot aligns. Do not slacken off until the next slot aligns! 60 8.3 Tie rod to front subframe 20 to 24 2.8 to 3.3 Tie rod to lower front suspension wishbone 17 to 20 2.8 to 3.3 Front suspension upper support arm pivot shaft nut 45 to 60 6.2 to 8.3 Front suspension lower wishbone pivot shaft nut 30 to 35 4.1 to 4.8 Wheel nuts 40 to 45 5.5 to 6.2 Steering column/rack pinion clamp bolt 8 to 10 1.11 to 1.38 Steering arm to swivel hub 30 to 35 4.1 to 4.8 Steering track-rod end to steering arm 20 to 24 2.8 to 3.3 Steering...