ARP bolt torque / alu intake manifold

Using an ARP bolt there makes no difference in the torque, unless you are lubing the threads, or if the thread finish is significantly different from the stock type bolts. If you lube them with ARP thread lube, then going to 35 ft lbs will result in a higher tension on ANY bolt, and will thus put more clamping force on ANY manifold. That might cause warpage or even breakage.

OP: What is your source of the info on your AL intake's bolt torque? FWIW, we used 25 ft lbs on our Edelbrock RPM Performer AL intake, per their instructions, but have gone higher with no damage (so far!).