Keep in mind that when a re-torque is done, you first loosen the nut or stud
before setting it to the torque value. Do this in the same order of
tightening reccommended by the mfg
PA
----- Original Message -----
From "Robert E. Shlafer" <PilotRob at webtv.net>
To: <Dbcooper292@aol.com>
Cc: <spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, August 05, 2004 7:44 AM
Subject: Re: head torque
> Usually 500 miles on any of our "old"
> (refreshed) engines, sir!!
>
> "Necessary"...yep! Head "moves" along
> with other parts as they "break in" and
> become more "friendly" (compatible)
> with one another....unless for some
> reason, they decide differently and
> mechanically "divorce"!! (Bad joke,
> DB..sorry! :):)
>
> Don't forget to re-adjust the valves
> subsequent to re-torquing, DB, as
> again, the head will "move".
>
>
>
>
> Cap'n. Bob
> '60 :{)
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