Bolts on Turbo Compressor

[RowJ]

Quick question? I've heard that bolts on compressor housing can loosen up. Mine seem kind of loose. Should these be as tight as possible, or is there a recommended torque setting?

 

[JR2]

When I was messing with my turbos I was told the that "goodentite" standard should be used as getting any kind of torque wrench in there would be a pain (unless you have a torque wrench with the open end wrench adapters that will fit in the small areas).



If they are loose, as in starting to back out, by all means tighten them up but its not necessary to crank them down as tight as you can get em.



I hope this helps...

 

[krs]

The specified torque is 18 ft. lbs. but the "goodentite" spec is fine.