Torque setting for differential cover?

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Old Jul 5, 2006 | 11:55 PM
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Question Torque setting for differential cover?

Does anyone with a manual have the torque setting for the 10 bolt differential cover? ('98 F-150 w/8.8 in. rear end, 4.6L engine) I'm trying to get the cover back on before the rain hits us tomorrow....hopefully...
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Old Jul 6, 2006 | 10:01 PM
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It's something like 18-20 ft/lbs. I tighten them until they bottom out and go another half turn or so.
 
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Old Jul 7, 2006 | 03:35 PM
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Thanks alot. That sounds more right. I had someone give me 28-38 ft/lbs. and the gasket couldn't hack it. Do you think I can get by with just some high-heat copper silicone for a gasket?
 
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Old Jul 7, 2006 | 08:16 PM
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I've always used plain ol' black Permatex RTV for rear axle covers.
 
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Old Jul 8, 2006 | 05:39 PM
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Thanks again...
 
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