Cross ram Torx size

[RobBob]

What size Torx tool is used on the Max Wedge cross-ram intake manifold?

 

[33 IMP]

None. Are you referring to the plugs over the intake bolts? Use a ratchet extension, that is just an eight point socket.

 

[1 Wild R/T]

Torx??? Torx did not exist when the cross ram manifolds were developed.... Those are 8 point double square, I think they are 3/4" it's been many years since I worked on one...

 

[33 IMP]

I'm pretty sure they are 1/2". I'm 200 miles away from mine or i would check to make sure.
Edit: Dont crush the o-ring! They dont need a lot of torque to seal!

 

[1 Wild R/T]

I'm pretty sure they are 1/2". I'm 200 miles away from mine or i would check to make sure.

I'm sure your right, it was probably 80 or 81 when I last wrenched on the 70 Duster that had a Max Wedge top end on it....

When I first started to post in this thread I was remembering it being a double hex plug but saw your post & immediately realized I was wrong..... CRS is real...

 

[miller]

Just use a square 1/2" drive! Slips right in.

 

[glorydays]

Just use a square 1/2" drive! Slips right in.

correct

 

[Oldreddodge]

Don’t crank it down like slug nut it will bust out! just snug it,check them for vacuumed leaks

 

[Fran Blacker]

I used these to seal manifold plugs, believe 3/4" ID. Fragola Racing is where I bought them, look under clamps &washers.

Was using O-rings but didn't like them.

 

[RobBob]

Thank you everyone, the 1/2 ratchet worked perfectly

 

[Fran Blacker]

These gaskets I believe more like factory. Replace with a new one every time, I don't know. Don't if you use paper gaskets, on Hemi crossrams bolts are in manifold. If you use paper gaskets retorque manifold until bolts hold torque. I torque them every few hours and check next day. On Hemi's if you don't bolts can be sucked into engine.