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Title: Help needed - Torque values for brake parts 1966 Mustang/GT350
Post by: 6s1640 on July 22, 2019, 03:08:02 PM

Hi all,

Can some double check my numbers on torque. I can't find my Ford Maintenance Manual with these numbers. I found from an alternate source with the below values, but would like to confirm.

Front disc brake caliper to mounting bracket 45 to 60 ft-lbs.

Front disc brake mounting bracket to spindle 35 to 45 ft-lbs.

Rear brake backing plate to axle housing 30 to 40 ft-lbs.

Thank you

Cory

Title: Re: Help needed - Torque values for brake parts 1966 Mustang/GT350
Post by: gt350hr on July 22, 2019, 04:21:19 PM

Cory ,
I go to high on the caliper bolts , mid on the attaching bolts and low on the backing plates. ( 60-40-30) Never fails. Over tightening the attaching bolts WILL break the bolt at the end of the threads.
Randy

Title: Re: Help needed - Torque values for brake parts 1966 Mustang/GT350
Post by: 6s1640 on July 22, 2019, 06:57:25 PM

Hi Randy,

Thank you for the confirmation and guidance.

Take care

Cory

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