# Torque Specs

When tightening non-locking nuts and bolts without a locknut, use blue (Loctite 243) thread locker unless otherwise specified.

If a nut or bolt is found loose during a check, replace the locknut, or reapply thread locker before tightening again.

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Use a paint pen to mark bolts once they are torqued. This allows for quicker visual inspection. Most bolts are marked from the factory.
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If a bolt or nut without a locknut is moved during a check, the thread locker has been broken loose and needs to be reapplied before tightening again.

Locknuts are a single-use item and should be replaced if removed. Replace Nyloc nuts after every use.

[Wheels should be torqued](https://manual.rush.sr/maintenance/maintenance-schedule/each-session/torquing-wheels) before every session.

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**Thread Locker Rules — Follow Exactly**

1. Non-locking fasteners WITHOUT a locknut: always use blue thread locker unless otherwise specified.
2. Loose bolt found during inspection: replace locknut OR reapply thread locker before retightening.
3. Bolt moved during inspection (no locknut present): thread locker is broken — reapply before retightening.
4. Locknuts are SINGLE-USE — always replace if removed.
5. Replace Nyloc nuts after every use. Use Top Lock Nuts in all critical suspension and drivetrain areas.
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## Suspension & Uprights

| Component                     | Torque            | Notes                                       |
| ----------------------------- | ----------------- | ------------------------------------------- |
| Wheel Hub Bolts               | 40 ft-lb (54 N-m) | —                                           |
| Lug Nuts                      | 80 ft-lb          | **NO** grease, anti-seize, or thread locker |
| Camber Bolts (Front and Rear) | 40 ft-lb          | Loctite 243 Blue — see length table below   |
| Bearing Nuts                  | 48 ft-lb          | —                                           |
| Rotor Bobbins                 | 15 ft-lb (20 N-m) | Distorted thread lock nut                   |
| A-Arm and Shock Bolts         | 26 ft-lb (35 N-m) | —                                           |
| ARB Block Bolts               | 18 ft-lb (24 N-m) | —                                           |

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**Camber Bolt Length Selection**

Front: Use 60mm bolt with more than 4mm shim | Use 55mm bolt with less than 4mm shim

Rear: Use 55mm bolt with 6mm or more shim | Use 50mm bolt with less than 6mm shim

Always apply Loctite 243 (Blue) liberally to bolt threads before torquing.
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## Differential & Half Shafts

| Component                       | Torque              | Notes                                                          |
| ------------------------------- | ------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Diff Housing Bolts (Long Side)  | 96 in-lb (11 N-m)   | Blue thread locker + safety wire. Max 120 in-lb                |
| Diff Housing Bolts (Short Side) | 96 in-lb (10.8 N-m) | Blue thread locker. Max 120 in-lb                              |
| Diff Drain/Fill Plugs           | 16 ft-lb (21.7 N-m) | Replace copper washer after each removal. Blue thread locker.  |
| Axle Nut                        | 130 ft-lb           | —                                                              |
| Outside CV Joint Bolts          | 35 ft-lb (48 N-m)   | Blue thread locker + Belleville washer (cone toward bolt head) |
| CV Housing Bolts (Short Side)   | 35 ft-lb (48 N-m)   | Blue thread locker + Belleville washer                         |
| CV Flange Bolt                  | 45 ft-lb (61 N-m)   | **RED** thread locker                                          |

## Engine & Drivetrain

| Component                  | Torque            | Notes                              |
| -------------------------- | ----------------- | ---------------------------------- |
| Engine Sprocket Nut        | 90 ft-lb          | Original Suzuki spec was 85 ft-lb. |
| Engine Mount Chassis Bolts | 20 ft-lb (27 N-m) | —                                  |
| Engine Mount Block Bolts   | 40 ft-lb (54 N-m) | —                                  |
| M6 Engine Cover Bolts      | 7.5 ft-lb         | Suzuki spec                        |
| Clutch Basket Nut          | 111 ft-lb         | Suzuki spec                        |
| Oil Drain Plug             | 17 ft-lb          | Suzuki spec                        |
| Engine Oil Filter          | 15 ft-lb          | Suzuki spec                        |
| Spark Plugs                | 8.5 ft-lb         | Gap: 0.8–0.9mm (0.032"–0.035")     |

## AN Fitting Torque Reference

Always use oil lubricant when assembling AN fittings.

| AN Size | Aluminum (in-lb) | Steel (in-lb) |
| ------- | ---------------- | ------------- |
| 3AN     | 70–105           | 95–105        |
| 4AN     | 100–140          | 135–150       |
| 6AN     | 150–195          | 270–300       |
| 8AN     | 270–350          | 450–500       |
| 10AN    | 360–430          | 650–700       |
| 12AN    | 460–550          | 900–1000      |
| 16AN    | 700–840          | 1200–1400     |

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Original RAW torque spec PDF
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