If you are talking about the CMC hydraulic jackplate that comes on allison boats then the side bolts are supposed to be tightened to the point where you can just turn the washers with your fingers. Basically, torque them down to where the washers won't turn then gradually loosen the bolt until you can start turning the washer. Repeat for each bolt. This is how I was told to do it by CMC when I called them. They would not give me a torque value.