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Re: (A) HEADGASKET WOES, HELP !!
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Posted by GG on May 17, 2003 at 20:22:41 from (68.62.175.199):
In Reply to: (A) HEADGASKET WOES, HELP !! posted by JON MIRGON on May 17, 2003 at 16:24:50:
It is my belief, from experience , that torque values should be followed. I never over torque bolts in any application because damage can be done and you stand the chance of bolt stretch and failure by doing so. When I build an engine, I ALWAYS run a tap through the threads and blow the holes out with compressed air. I then LIGHTLY oil the threads on the bolt and follow the torque sequence. Dirty, dry threads will give false readings. Some mechanics disagree, but I never use gasket sealer on a head gasket. Just my opinion as a Mechanic and Machinist.
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