>At 11:01 PM 8/8/96 -0400, David & Pat wrote:
>>Hi Morgan folk,
>>
>>I have enjoyed reading the questions and comments regarding our mutual
>>passion. I have some questions that I hope some of you subscribers might
>>know the answers to.
>>
>>1. What is the correct torque to use when tightening the intake and exhaust
>>manifold of the TR 3 engine?
>>2. Is there a sequence to tightening the manifold bolts?
>>
>
>
>There is a torque and tightening sequence recommended in Autopress Ltd
>workshop manual for Morgans (1936-1969). (copyright 1971)
>
>The torque spec listed for TR2 is 60-65 ft-lbs while TR3/4/4A are all
>100-105 ft-lbs.
>
>Pardon the limited graphics. If this isn't clear enough, I can scan the
>image and attach a .PCX, TIF, or BMP file to any direct email address who
>wants it.
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>
>"I share my opinions but not with everyone."
>
>Michael D. Miles, PE Consulting Design Engineer
>(503) 292-1234 Voice, (503) 292-1105 FAX,
>(503) 423-4040 Pager, mdmiles@teleport.com
Egad!! Do not attempt to tighten the manifold bolts to 100 ft-lbs. That
is the setting for the head bolts as is the pattern above. According to my
Autobooks Owner's Workshop Manual the correct torque should be 22-24 ft-lbs
for the manifold bolts.
Dave and Linda Freeman <http://www.ipa.net/~dlfreeman>
Living the Good Life
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