The torque you use depends on who rebuilt the rods some use OEM 2.1 some go
with 1.9 so what bolt do you have is the question
ask the rebulde
the 2.1s get 22fts then one 1/4 turn the 1.9s get 33 ft pds

Bob Donalds
Boston engine

----- Original Message -----
From: "Ken Winsor" <kwinsor@STNY.RR.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Sunday, January 23, 2005 4:50 PM
Subject: Rod Bolt Torque

I'm rebuilding my 1988 2.1, and I'm at the point of installing new rod
bearings (with freshly reconditioned conn rods).

I've checked the crank, and it's perfect.  I installed new bearings, and
checked with "plastic gauge" and clearances are right at 0.0015" at 33 ft x
lbs torque.  Then I read the manual a little closer and the Bentley
indicates from 1986 on, torque 22 ft x lbs plus 1/2 turn.  Here's my
question.  I can't see how I can get it.  It seems really tight ... like I'm
going to crank the handle off the torque wrench.  Can anyone give me some
advice on torquing these rods?  Thanks,

Ken