Dave,
since step 5 requires removing the rocker assembly, it stands to reason that
readjusting the valves is required.
However, don't adjust the valves with the engine hot. It has to cool down to
room temperature before doing that step!
Joe
Dave Chu wrote:
>
> In message <39B7B593.472F798@gte.net>you write:
> >
> >John,
> >Installing a head s really not all that difficult. Getting the bolts
>properly
> > torqued is paramount, however. I suggest getting
> >yourself a Haynes manual. It has a good description of the process including
> >a torque guide.
> >
> >BUT!!!!! I discovered something that none of the books mention. When I
>bough
> >t a NOS STANPART head gasket a couple of years ago, it
> >included a scrap of paper stating that the head needs to be torqued in the
>fol
> >lowing manner:
> >
> >1. Install the head as normal (according to the procedure in the manual)
> >2. Torque it according to the specifications in the manual
> >3. Adjust the valves as prescribed by the manual
> >4. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature
> >5. Immediately remove the rocker assembly and retorque the head while the
>engi
> >ne is still hot!!!
>
> Hi Joe, do you have to readjust the valves after stpe 5?
>
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