Torque values for inner and outer tie rod end nuts and the center link nut to the pitman arm and idler arm

1985 DODGE TRUCK
76,000 MILES • 5.2L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JW841315
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I'm looking for the torque values for inner and outer tie rod end nuts and the center link nut to the pitman arm and idler arm for this vehicle. Thanks.
Jul 31, 2020 at 1:30 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

I would be happy to help but first I need more information about what kind of truck you have. I've attached a picture below.Get back to us with your information and we'll go from there.Thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Jul 31, 2020 at 4:30 AM
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JW841315
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Danny, D150. Thanks.
Jul 31, 2020 at 5:15 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello again.

Those are all to be torqued to 80 ft-lbs. Just remember to tighten additionally to align castle nut to the hole to insert cotter pin and not loosen to align.Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.

Danny-
Jul 31, 2020 at 7:32 AM
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