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Tech Talk => Engine Mechanical / Electrical => Topic started by: kenai on January 19, 2013, 08:46:16 AM

Title: Re-torque head gaskets?
Post by: kenai on January 19, 2013, 08:46:16 AM

Hi all - what's is common practice on re-torquing head gaskets at 10hrs or 100hrs after  install? ..thxs kenai

Title: Re: Re-torque head gaskets?
Post by: fastmarlene on January 22, 2013, 03:08:22 PM

There are many different types of head gaskets and different approaches.  Best to see what the recommendation is from the manufacturer for the particular head gasket you are using and your engine build. 

Title: Re: Re-torque head gaskets?
Post by: enginedoctor on January 22, 2013, 06:18:32 PM

Quote from: fastmarlene on January 22, 2013, 03:08:22 PM

There are many different types of head gaskets and different approaches.  Best to see what the recommendation is from the manufacturer for the particular head gasket you are using and your engine build.

It can't hurt  double check/ retorque .