Torque Specifications

KHH37435 · Post by **KHH37435** » Sun Nov 04, 2012 8:34 am

I've looked in the TM's but didn't find torque specifications for re-assembling the transfer case for my M38. Did I just overlook them or can someone point me to where these are published / tabulated? Thanks.

capescw · Post by **capescw** » Sun Nov 04, 2012 4:10 pm

According to Chiltons, the CJ3 series (and M38, same basic specs), this document should help you.

http://www.bill-capes.com/Insanity/images/torque.pdf

Enjoy

Post by **wesk** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 1:10 am

Some items like the military transfer shifter pivot bolt won't be in there.

The basic rule is if the manual list no specific torque for a fastener then use a standard torques table. Also always assume torques are for clean dry threads. If a fastener must be lubed before torqueing the manual will say that. The CJ service manual SM-1002 has a good chart of specific torques.

There are also 4 pages of Gwiz stuff on this album page:
http://www.willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules. ... _album.php

Here's a few good online charts:
http://www.raskcycle.com/techtip/webdoc14.html
http://dodgeram.org/tech/specs/bolts/SAE_bolts.html

KHH37435 · Post by **KHH37435** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 9:55 am

Thanks for your replys. Is it recommended to put thread sealant on the bolts that penetrate in to the transfer case body to prevent oil leaks thru the bolts?

Post by **wesk** » Mon Nov 05, 2012 10:20 am

Yes and you should consider the thread sealant as a lubricant and reduce the torque the recommended percentage.

KHH37435 · Post by **KHH37435** » Tue Nov 06, 2012 12:29 pm

Thanks. I assume I don't need to pack the roller bearings with grease since they're exposed to the gear oil in the case.

Post by **wesk** » Tue Nov 06, 2012 11:49 pm

Most questions are answered in the Rick Stiver's Tranny and Transfer O/H guides.
http://www.willystech.com/wt/Model18TCa ... rCase.html
http://www.willystech.com/wt/T90Rebuild ... ebuild.htm

Torque Specifications

Torque Specifications

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