Originally Posted by Sierra

I don't where that came from but I think it's bogus as hell!

I'm surprised that nobody has really addressed this point.

Somewhere(probably Sutherlands) I found a spec in inch/pounds for crank bolts that equates to about 22 foot/pounds.

I've always gone to 25 lbs./ft as it's easier to see on my torque wrench, but still not enough to damage anything.

Please don't ruin your classic vintage cranks for future owners/users.