[C320-list] Keel Bolts

[Jeff Hare]

You might want to investigate the technique you'll use just a bit.  You may not get an accurate torque on the keel nuts unless you are dealing with clean threads and a nut that turns freely against a clean surface.  Be sure it isn't frozen by loosening the target nut first and inspecting the threads and giving the threads a shot of drylube or Moly-kote or other anti-galling grease before going for the actual torque value.  Then move on to the next.  You don't want to risk galling the threads, so some lubrication might be important.  BUT I DON'T KNOW for sure.

These are my opinions, double check with someone who has a clue.  😊
-Jeff Hare

-----Original Message-----
From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Bryan Morton
Sent: Tuesday, March 28, 2017 1:43 PM
To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
Subject: [C320-list] Keel Bolts

I had a follow up the keel bolt information from Allan Field from March 24th.  I contacted Catalina directly on the Keel Bolt torque.  Catalina told me the bolts should be torqued to 100 ft lbs.  I was wondering where the 235 ft lbs number came from?

Best regards

Bryan 1994#32

 "> Art - The Association, of which you are a member, has the torque
   wrench (250 pounds), appropriately sized keel bolt socket (1.5-inch,
   6-point) and extension pieces available for loan through the toolbox
   program. The boat needs to be on the hard with at least 75% of the
   weight of the boat supported by the keel. The bolts get torqued to 235
   foot pounds. To access the program, log-on to the website and submit a
   request. You only pay the outbound and return shipping charges! - Allan
   Field"