[trailwing]

Originally Posted by quicksilver97ta

Torque is a twisting force measured in foot/pounds. Its a measured at any given rpm or no rpm. When you pull on a torque wrench you are applying torque. Are you turning the bolt or just pulling on it? It doesn't matter. It's going to be different from engine to engine depending on the type of engine and combo. Search out some dyno graphs to get an idea, you can see how much it can vary. Most car people desire a broad, flat, torque pattern.

Torque isn't a twisting "force"; it's the product of force and distance. The units are ft-lbs.

[68gtoMN]

Originally Posted by trailwing

Torque isn't a twisting "force"; it's the product of force and distance. The units are ft-lbs.

Torque, as it relates to engine design
http://www.epi-eng.com/piston_engine...and_torque.htm