tech: Head Boly Tightneing sequence 327

There is a specific pattern listed in the factory shop manual, but I'm not quite good enough at ASCII art to show you here. Actually I usually don't look at the book myself anyway. I just start in the middle and work my way in a circular pattern towards both ends, which is pretty much what the specified pattern is anyway. Also, I usually make three passes with the torque wrench at 35, 50, & 65 ft.lbs. I've been doing it that way for years and havn't had one fail yet. - Gary

Yes, there is a sequence to the tightening of the head bolts. The most convienient way to do it is to go out and get yourself a Chiltons automotive book or a book that deals with rebuilding a small block Chevy specifically.

...Ron

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Thank you. This is exactly what I was looking for.

Matt

"Mr. Fl> > I was wondering if there is a specific sequence for tightening the head

On Wed, 23 Jun 2004 17:58:30 -0500, MBHaysKS puked:

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