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Old Nov 20, 2007 | 05:21 PM
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Anyone know the correct torque for the vlave cover bolts on 67 six cylinder? thx.[&:]
Old Nov 20, 2007 | 05:31 PM
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3-5 ft lbs ( 36 - 50 Inch lbs)
Old Nov 20, 2007 | 05:35 PM
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snug[8D]
Old Nov 20, 2007 | 07:25 PM
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Yeah any more than 3-5 "snug" and you'll snap off the bolt head.
Old Nov 20, 2007 | 08:43 PM
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A little less than halfway between 'fingertight' and 'crush'.
Old Nov 20, 2007 | 09:22 PM
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metal grommets FTMFW (prevents overtightening)
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