I am going to install a front strut bar on my 03 SE. Anybody know what the strut bolts need to be torqued too? I dont want them breaking on a tight turn if they are bolted on to tight. My guess is around 30 pounds.

 

I think I remember reading 32 lbs.

 

haynes manual says 29-40 lbs, most set theirs @ 35.

 

yeah i torqued mine to 35

 

You can always check out the write-up I did on installing a FSTB. It's on page 4 in the how-tos thread, I believe.

Peace.

 

thanks for help. 35 sounds good.

 

torqued mine to 50 and no problems in 3 months.

 

What if u tightened it by hand.....woudl that cause any problems...my friend did

-J

 

A bolt such as this needs to be torqued correctly. If you corner to hard, you place a large amount of stress on the bolt. It could possibly break. Best to torque it to the manufacturers specs.

 

hey im just wondering if im supposed to take my strut bar off when i align the car or not. anyone know if that makes a difference