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Ford F150 975 Axle Girdle Housing

11. The TA girdle is torqued to the housing. This is important as the cover actually adds to housing strength. Next, the load bolts are run in until the feet touch the carrier caps, then torqued to 5 lb-ft (60 in-lb). The jam nuts are then tightened to the same spec.
Ford F-150 9.75 Axle Build - Unsung Hero

11. The TA girdle is torqued to the housing. This is important as the cover actually adds to housing strength. Next, the load bolts are run in until the feet touch the carrier caps, then torqued to 5 lb-ft (60 in-lb). The jam nuts are then tightened to the same spec.  View Related Article

 

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