IMS Bearing Bolt Predicament

[Homeboy981]

Originally Posted by JFP in PA

I have to ask, are you using the LN method to install the IMS, or the one Wayne espouses on Pelican with the bolts pushing on the IMS gear?

Yes. Those bolts are pushing on the (IMS gear - you mean crankshaft flange)….they ARE NOT in THE HOLES - which is where mine are now.

I am using the LNE method. I am stuck on Item# 17.

The 3 nuts (that are 'micro coated') secure on to the solid part of the Crankshaft or AGAINST IT, don't they?

Hence, the need for such a low torque amount, it is supposed to be a 'friction fit' against the crank, isn't it?

I will grab a pic, maybe that will explain the dilemma.

Thanks.