I torque mine every season which means about every 2000 miles or so. Can you
break a head bolt? Anything is possible. I would rather torque it too many
times than not enough. Yes, you have to adjust the valves.
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: "L Jordan" <ay107@lafn.org>
To: "Datsun Roadster List" <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2002 3:23 PM
Subject: Head retorque-how often? x-mac-creator="4D4F5353"
> List,
> How often should the head be retorqued on a 1600? Also, from the
> archives, it appears that an inside out pattern, one bolt at a time is
> suggested. any other preferences. I assume also that valve adjustment is
> necessary afterwards as well. Can a head bolt snap if routine retorquing
> is done?
> Thanks,
> Linda
>
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