i would like the torque specs for the water pump bolts for a 01 4.8

do you guys think i need to use a torque wrench on them or just hand-ratchet(1/2") tight

it is all appreciated

also any benefit from going to a 180 degree tstat ( stock is 187 )

and are there any mods needed to mount a 34" radiator in my truck

thanks for the help

 

damnit.. wish i was at my house bc i have the haynes manual for the 01 4.8, 5.3 and 6.0... but idk about the torque specs

check this out for water pump specs.. its for an ls1.. but probably the same >>> http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?category=1

as far as the stock themro goes.. i thought it was 195, i could be wrong tho... the 180 would probably help somewhat im sure
heres some info on that >>> https://www.performancetrucks.net/fo...+radiator+swap

I think the radiator swap is a direct replacement.. hoses and all
heres some info on that >>> https://www.performancetrucks.net/fo...+radiator+swap


ya im bored, hope this helps

 

http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?category=1

 

beat you to it... hoe

 

huh?

 

Hahaha I didn't see your link up there. OOOOOPS!!

 

on the stock thermo setting 187 is what is listed as stock on the autozone computer

take that for what it is worth

 

thanks guys for the help

does anybody think i will be ok with just normal ratchet tightenin gor do i NEED a torque wrench ill have to buy one or rent/borrow one from somewhere

 

well its only saying 11 ft lbs or so.. so i think you'll be okay with whatever

 

its saying 11 ft.lbs first time around and then 22ft. lbs. the second/last time around

anybody know what the water pump cover bolts are my pump didnt have a cover over it