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Old 11-23-2010, 05:21 PM
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does anyone know the torque to use for the 4 little bolts that hold the "caps" that hold the rear universal joint to the differential? i called a dodge dealer and his comment was we just put them on as tight as we can with our air gun. this seems a little much for a bolt that is smaller than 1/4 inch.
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facts: 93 dakota, long bed, 6 cyl engine, 2 wheel dive, not dulies. over 300,000 and i would like to get to 400 +.
 
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Here is a copy and paste from the Service Manual, you can download it in the FAQ in this section.

Axle Yoke
Clamp Bolts .................................19 Nzm (14 ft. lbs.)
 
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Old 11-23-2010, 06:52 PM
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thanks. if i had guessed axle yoke i might have found it. i am old in age but very new to fixing my own. unemployment makes taking it to the mechanic out of the question and i can not get ss till jan.
 



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