* The specific connecting rod: Different manufacturers (e.g., stock GM, aftermarket performance rods) have different specifications.
* The type of rod bolts: Are they stock bolts, ARP bolts, or another brand? Higher-strength aftermarket bolts will have different torque specs.
* The material of the connecting rod: This affects the bolt's stretch and, therefore, the appropriate torque.
You absolutely MUST consult the instructions that came with your connecting rods. This is the only reliable source of the correct torque specification for *your specific* rods. Using the wrong torque can lead to rod failure, which can catastrophically damage your engine.
If you don't have the instructions, contact the manufacturer of the connecting rods. They will be able to provide the proper torque specifications. Attempting to find this information anywhere else is risky.
Do not rely on general online advice for this critical step in engine assembly. Engine damage from incorrect torque is expensive and potentially dangerous.
