I'm going to put new plug wires on my D2 tomorrow but I can't find the torque spec for the plenum bolts for when I put it back together. If anyone knows what it is it would be very helpful. All I can find here at the shop I work at is labor time and parts prices but no torque specs. I'm sure I could get it close by how they felt coming out but I'd rather not do it that way.

If anyone in the Lincoln/Roseville area wants to hang out and watch send me a PM and I'll get you directions.

 

Download the Rave CD and will tell you step by step what to do, the torquing sequence plus the torque values for every bolt.

 

2. Using a new gasket, position upper inlet
manifold. Fit bolts and, working in a diagonal
sequence, tighten to 22 Nm (16 lbf.ft).

 

First with a 99, don't remove the manifold.
If you want some help with this, send me your number and I'll walk you thru what to do.
What brand of wires are you installing?

 

I found the sticky for doing them without taking the plenum off, got them done in just under an hour. I used STI/Bremi wires they are the OEM supplier for most of the German cars ignition parts.