Tightening Sequence Front Suspension reassembly

[vanrj1]

I replaced all parts on the frontend of the 65 coronet. New UCA's, LCA's (rebuilt by Firm Feel). All Joints, Bushings, cam bolts, tierod ends, PST adjustable strut rods, New Torsion bars. All parts new. I have them snug but not tightened yet. I know the LCA pivots should be tightened after on the ground to allow bushing movement in either direction. I have a service manual but it doesn't cover complete replacement of everything. Also did disc conversion at the same time.

 

[5.7 hemi]

Now that it's on the ground you can torque to spec.

 

[Cranky]

No real sequence to the best of my knowledge but I like to tighten everything up with the suspension at or near ride height...

 

[RustyRatRod]

Yup, puttin the weight on the suspension puts the bushings about in the middle of their travel. That's where they need to be torqued. If they are torqued while still in the air, they will be nearly outside their travel range and can preload or even distort or tear the bushing material when you let the car down.