simple question rear bearing main cap?

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Sep 27, 2011 | 10:41 AM

supermini99

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Year: 1988

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

Okay so im about to attempt doing my rear main seal replacement, my question is what do I torque down the rear main bearing cap to(the cap that holds the bottom of the rear main seal in?

What are the suggested torque specs for this peace? I was told 80ft pounds of torque but just wanna make sure so I don't strip anything or snap anything I wish I had a FSM but unfortunately I dont...

Also anyone know the part #s for a new oil pan gasket and rear main seal for a 88 Cherokee?

Thanks any help would be great

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Sep 27, 2011 | 11:14 AM

blue_on_blackXJ

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Model: Grand Cherokee

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Yep, 80 ft/lbs

Sep 27, 2011 | 11:31 AM

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Fel Pro Oil Pan Gasket Set (one piece rubber) #OS34308R
Fel Pro Rear Main Set #BS40612

Sep 27, 2011 | 11:31 AM

supermini99

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Originally Posted by blue_on_blackXJ

Yep, 80 ft/lbs

So those 2 bolts that hold the rear main bearing cap go to 80ft pounds of torque

Sep 27, 2011 | 11:36 AM

Agent_Oragnge

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WOW look at the information fly, you ask 2 questions and within 2 posts all your questions are answered. Close the thread, the mustard is off the hot dog. CUT!