namz7791 Posted May 19, 2004 Share Posted May 19, 2004 The while I am at it got the best of me and I took the complete front suspension out of my 77 280Z and am in the process of rebuilding it - new tierods, ball joints, struts and of course urethan bushings. Question - the manual says to tighten everything with the car on the suspension. However, my motor is out - can I tighten everything with the engine bay empty, should I have a couple of guys stand on the crossmember to simulate the engine weight or should I snug up and wait until I get the engine in for final torqueing? Anyone ran into a similar issue? How did you all handle it? thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COZY Z COLE Posted May 19, 2004 Share Posted May 19, 2004 I did most of your list plus a new steering rack and larger sway bar. No need for the gang to stand inside, tighten it up!!!! LARRY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnc Posted May 19, 2004 Share Posted May 19, 2004 You'll need that car at ride height and at normal weight to torque the lower control arm bolt, the TC rod end bolt, and the anti-roll bar end links. All others can be torqued at any time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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