Torque setting (split cases)

[skid]

Just wondering if anyone can tell me the torque setting for putting back together split cases. I see the tightening sequence is stamped on the bottom case.
Thanks

 

[retiredgentleman]

The Haynes manual says 3 settings depending on the year:
D model=14.5 ft-lbs
E model=16 ft-lbs
other models=15 ft-lbs

 

[skid]

Thanks for the info. 15 ft-lbs it is.

 

[XSLeo]

Do them in steps, like 5, 10, 15. Less apt to warp the cases.
Leo

 

[grizld1]

The cases and fasteners for all those years are identical. Pick a number between 14 and 16 footpounds and go for it. The factory manual can be downloaded free at www.biker.net ; can't believe you got that far without it. BTW, the numbers on the cases give the assembly sequence; in disassembly, work in reverse order.

 

[skid]

Thanks for the tips guys. When ever I have built motors in the past I always do them in steps never the full torque. But never thought of actually setting my torque wrench for 5,10,15 great advice.

Thanks for the link to the manual. I knew I would need it much much sooner then later.