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<blockquote data-quote="03SVTCOBRA10TH" data-source="post: 8224821" data-attributes="member: 11983"><p>Yes any good engine builder will use this method, and I would certainly use the rod bolt stretch method over just using a torque wrench on the rod bolts, but they are somewhat expensive and you will most likely only use them once.</p><p></p><p>Also, you said that you where gonna use plastigauge, if so make sure you use it dry. Once you use it and all is good then you must break the engine down and apply the assembly lube. If you get it wet with assembly lube it will swell and you will not get accurate readings. I like to mic and use the dialbore gauge, but I know that means more tools and expense that you will only need to use once.</p><p></p><p>Oh, and one more thing, it is better to use the studs for the torque plates as the stock bolts are TTY and stretch. Also, I torque mine in 4 steps 30,60,90 and then up to 110 ft/lbs and let it sit over night then recheck the 110ft/lbs. Don't forget the arp stud lube or your results will not be accurate.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="03SVTCOBRA10TH, post: 8224821, member: 11983"] Yes any good engine builder will use this method, and I would certainly use the rod bolt stretch method over just using a torque wrench on the rod bolts, but they are somewhat expensive and you will most likely only use them once. Also, you said that you where gonna use plastigauge, if so make sure you use it dry. Once you use it and all is good then you must break the engine down and apply the assembly lube. If you get it wet with assembly lube it will swell and you will not get accurate readings. I like to mic and use the dialbore gauge, but I know that means more tools and expense that you will only need to use once. Oh, and one more thing, it is better to use the studs for the torque plates as the stock bolts are TTY and stretch. Also, I torque mine in 4 steps 30,60,90 and then up to 110 ft/lbs and let it sit over night then recheck the 110ft/lbs. Don't forget the arp stud lube or your results will not be accurate. [/QUOTE]
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