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Valve cover torque
« on: Jan 07, 2009, 03:15:45 PM »
1980 20R what should I torque the valve cover bolts to in foot lbs.
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Re: Valve cover torque
« Reply #1 on: Jan 07, 2009, 05:02:10 PM »
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Re: Valve cover torque
« Reply #2 on: Jan 07, 2009, 05:07:35 PM »
I just keep my hand on top of the ratchet (above the socket) and get them snug....
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Re: Valve cover torque
« Reply #3 on: Jan 07, 2009, 05:44:21 PM »
Yeah I mostly do it by feel.
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Re: Valve cover torque
« Reply #4 on: Jan 07, 2009, 05:47:32 PM »
Very little, if you go too much then you will get leaks.
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Re: Valve cover torque
« Reply #5 on: Jan 08, 2009, 06:36:26 AM »
Went with 4lbs Thanks Everybody!!!   :wave:
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