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Old 08-31-2006, 03:50 AM
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any one know what the stock d16z6 valve cover bolts need to be torqued at or how many pounds or inchs... cuz i kinda gotta go fix it now lol well not like it never happend to me b4 .......... (i think im strong lol)
Old 08-31-2006, 08:10 AM
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hand tighten with your smallest wrench. Any more and they'll break after a few times.
Old 08-31-2006, 11:46 AM
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It's about 7-10 ft/lbs. Almost finger tight with the smallest wrench.
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Old 08-31-2006, 04:00 PM
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thanx
Old 09-01-2006, 10:30 AM
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Originally Posted by white_n_slow
hand tighten with your smallest wrench. Any more and they'll break after a few times.
Ahhh, the trusty ol' "Mechanic's touch" works everytime...
Old 09-01-2006, 11:55 AM
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Finger tight + 1/4 or 1/2 turn with your smallest wrench will do IIRC.




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