These specs are for stock-type bolts with light engine oil applied to the threads and the underside of the bolt head. Moly and other lubes offer reduced friction and increased bolt tension, which will affect the torque figure. If you use aftermarket performance bolts like ARP's, you should follow the recommended torque specification. Please note that some specifications are in inch-pounds rather than foot-pounds.  Read the charts carefully to prevent broken bolts due to excessive torquing.

B&RB Engine Tightening Reference
*Torque values shown are in ft/lbs unless otherwise noted

Fastener

Torque

Thread Size

A/C Compressor to Engine Bolt

30

3/8-16

Alternator Adjusting Strap Bolt

200 in/lbs

5/16-18

Alternator Adjusting Strap to Block Bolt

30

3/8-16

Alternator Mounting Bolt

30

3/8-16

Camshaft Lockbolt

35

7/16-14

Carb to Manifold Nut

7

5/16-24

Clutch Housing Bolt

50

7/16-14

Connecting Rod Nut - Plain

45

3/8-24

Crankshaft Rear Seal Retainer

30

3/8-16

Crankshaft Bolt (Vibration Damper)

135

3/4-16

Cylinder Head Bolt

70

7/16-14

Distributor Clamp Bolt

15

5/16-18

Exhaust Manifold Nut

30

3/8-16

Exhaust Pipe Flange Nut

50

7/16-20

Exhaust Pipe Clamp Nut

20

3/8-24

Fan Attaching Bolt

15-18

5/16-18

Flywheel Cover Bolt

7

1/4-20

Flywheel Housing to Block Bolt

50

7/16-14

Flywheel to Crankshaft Bolt

55

7/16-20

Fuel Pump to Block

30

3/8-16

Intake Manifold Bolt

40

3/8-16

Main Bearing Cap Bolt

85

1/2-13

Oil Pan Drain Plug

20

1/2-20

Oil Pan Bolt

15

5/16-20

Oil Pump Cover Bolt

10

5/16-18

Oil Pump to Block Bolt

35

3/8-16

Rocker Shaft Bolt

25

3/8-16

Spark Plug

30

14mm

Starter Mounting Bolt

50

7/16-14

Timing Cover Bolt

15

5/16-18

Torque Converter Housing Bolt

30

3/8-16

Torque Converter to Flexplate Bolt

270 in/lbs

5/16-24

Valley Pan End Bolt

9

1/4-20

Valve Cover Stud & Nut

7

1/4-20

Vibration Damper Pulley Bolt

200 in/lbs

5/16-20

Water Pump to Housing Bolt

30

3/8-16

Water Pump Housing to Block Bolt

30

3/8-16