Does anybody know where to find factory torque specs for the new mini since there isn't a manual out yet? I'm not looking for how much the engine puts out, but how tight I need to tighten certain nuts and bolts, specifically, in this case, the sway bar bushing clamps, rear subframe bolts, and rear strut/spring assemblies.

 

Torq is determained by bolt size, hardness and thread type.
You should be able to find a chart online.

 

Bentley is probably having too much fun driving the damn MINI that he hasn't had time to take the car apart and work on the damn manual!

 

There is someone on e-bay selling copies of the actual BMW/MINI R56 tech manual.

I've passed so far. $199 for a PAPER COPY is a bit steep. I'd rater pay twice that for the real-deal binder through the dealer. There's gotta be a part number out there to order the thing. I'll do some poking around.