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How much torque for valve covers?

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Oct 5, 2002 | 11:51 AM

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How much torque for valve covers?

I'm replacing my valve cover gaskets today. How much do I torque down the vavle cover bolts and in what order? Does anybody have a suggestion as to which type of gaskets I should use?

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Oct 5, 2002 | 12:16 PM

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Car: 99 Formula

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Transmission: T56

Axle/Gears: 342

I use Fel Pro and just tighten it down nice and snug.

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Oct 5, 2002 | 02:07 PM

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fel pros and i use a 1/4" ratchet, dpoesn't take a lot to hold them on and seal the gasket

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