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I'm also wondering this. I see the following:



Most other bolts don't say that, but a couple do. I'm asking because I wanted to try adding a front diff skid that I had bought, but there's been questions as to whether it'll fit or not (based on the front diff redesign).

That process requires removing four bolts but not breaking the seal. The skid kit provides replacement hardware, but if it doesn't fit, I would like to try to return it (since it's labeled as compatible and they assured me it would fit), which means I'm left with only my OEM hardware bolts.

Will something go wrong with if I try to reinstall them? Does it have something to do diff fluid getting on them? Honestly not sure how it works.
You'll be fine. The diff cover bolts dont have a high torque value. I've replaced my diff skids twice and changed out the fluid twice. I reused the factory bolts and the skid provided bolts. No leaks. My $.02.
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You'll be fine. The diff cover bolts dont have a high torque value. I've replaced my diff skids twice and changed out the fluid twice. I reused the factory bolts and the skid provided bolts. No leaks. My $.02.
Cool thanks for the encouragement. I did a "test" fitting last night (just holding it up and approximating). It was close enough to where I thought should try while also having doubts lol, but the bolt re-use made me gun-shy and didn't proceed (which is a shame, as it seems like the installation is shorter than the thinking about it process lol).
 

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Which one of the following is the correct torque value for LCA bolts:

103 ft.lbs + 145 degrees
Or
103 ft.lbs + 50 degrees

Thanks,
 

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Thanks, but wouldn't that mean every torqued bolt has to be replaced if removed? I'm not doubting your answer, I'm just trying to learn. I suspect the answer has to do with torque to yield and application. Thanks.
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Which one of the following is the correct torque value for LCA bolts:

103 ft.lbs + 145 degrees
Or
103 ft.lbs + 50 degrees

Thanks,
Most go with 190 ft lbs. here’s list of torque values from mopar lift

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Most go with 190 ft lbs. here’s list of torque values from mopar lift
Thanks for the reply. I am interested in what is in the service manual. After watching the video explaining degrees vs torque, I am more leaning toward using torque + degree
 

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140 nm is equal to 103 ft.lbs.

so, why the degree value is different? The degree value should be the same regardless of the unit used.
No idea. Maybe someone smarter than me will weigh in.
 

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No idea. Maybe someone smarter than me will weigh in.
I think I may have an idea

140nm devided by 1.356 = 103.245 ft.lbs

Hence, 145° - 50°= (95°) equals to .245 ft.lb

Those numbers don't add up to 180 ft.lb that mentioned in Mopar installation guide. The difference is huge.

I will call MC tomorrow, the may have an answer.
 

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I think I may have an idea

140nm devided by 1.356 = 103.245 ft.lbs

Hence, 145° - 50°= (95°) equals to .245 ft.lb

Those numbers don't add up to 180 ft.lb that mentioned in Mopar installation guide. The difference is huge.

I will call MC tomorrow, the may have an answer.
Thats a lot of math lol. Up to you man but every LCA discussion I’ve read on here states 190 ft lbs. Not sure what MC instructions state but Mopar and Rock Krawler shows 190.
 

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Follow up:

I contacted Metal Cloak, and they confirmed that the correct value is 103 ft.lb + 50 degrees. Also, he said the 103 + 50 degrees is about 190 ft.lb. Everybody wins!
 

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