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2000 GC 3.8 lower intake manifold bolt torque

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Old Nov 11, 2011 | 04:11 PM
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Default 2000 GC 3.8 lower intake manifold bolt torque

I'm looking for the torque value / pattern on my lower intake manifold. My book lists the gasket retainer bolt values, but not the manifold itself..hmmf!
 
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Old Nov 12, 2011 | 12:28 AM
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DESCRIPTION N·m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Camshaft Sprocket - Bolt 54 40 -
Camshaft Thrust Plate - Bolts 12 - 105
Connecting Rod Cap - Bolts 54 + ¼ turn 40 + ¼ turn -
Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap - Bolts 41 + ¼ turn 30 + ¼ turn -
Crankshaft Oil Seal Retainer Rear - Bolts 12 - 105
Crankshaft Damper - Bolt 54 40 -
Cylinder Head - Bolts Refer to Procedure
Cylinder Head Cover - Bolts 12 - 105
Drive Plate to Crankshaft 95 70 -
Engine Mounting Refer to Procedure
Exhaust Manifold - Bolts 23 - 200
Exhaust Crossover Pipe - Bolts 33 25 -
Intake Manifold Lower - Bolts 23 - 200
Intake Manifold Gasket Retainer - Bolts 12 - 105
Intake Manifold Upper - Bolts 28 - 250
Oil Filter Attaching Nipple 41 30 -
Oil Filter 14 10 -
Oil Pan - Bolts 12 - 105
Oil Pan Drain - Plug 27 20 -
Oil Pump Cover Plate - Bolts 12 - 105
Oil Pump Pick-up Tube - Bolt 28 - 250
Oil Dipstick Housing - Bolt 48 35 -
Rocker Arm Shaft - Bolts 28 - 250
Spark Plug 27 20 -
Tappet Retainer Yoke - Bolts 12 - 105
Timing Chain Case Cover - - -
- M8 Bolt 27 20 -
- M10 Bolt 54 40 -
Water Pump - Bolts 12 - 105
 
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Old Nov 13, 2011 | 11:30 PM
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Thanks a lot for that, master. I've only been a user on this site for a couple of months now, and can only imagine the legion of diy'ers you've aided with your service manual posts. Again, much appreciated.
 
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