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I've searched and can't find this information. I know exists because I've done this before and referenced a repair manual which included a diagram and described the specific order of tightening the involved bolts. I've looked through my repair manual so many times thinking I'm just overlooking it, I've gone page-to-page until I'm cross-eyed, lol.
I don't suppose it's rocket science but I prefer to stick with the recommended procedure for my wrenching endeavors.
Does anyone have this info, or can you point me in the right direction? Please forgive my drawing skills.
Nice drawing. I've taken quite a few drafting courses, and that's better than anything I can do freehand.
I'd start by making sure the bolts between the cross member and the frame are threaded in, but still loose. Then, thread in the bolts attaching the side braces. Snug all the bolts up; I would work top-down, outboard-in. Then, I would torque everything in the same order to whatever is appropriate for the size and type of fastener.
These aren't two mating surfaces where warp-age will effect the sealing surface. The frame is meant to flex some, and will while attaching the cross member. It's best to make sure all of your bolts are in place before tightening things down, or else you'll find bolt holes wont line up; say if you work from one side to the other, torquing each fastener as you get to it.
Thanks for the info. After more thought, and internet searching, I'm 99% certain the diagram and instructions were not in my manual, but were on supermotors.net But I ran out of patience, had to get it done. I followed your approach which makes good sense.
And my supermotors.net theory also leads me to believe the link to that page is in this forum somewhere.
