Re: alfa-digest V7 #281

[Joel Hailey <alfadoc@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

> I have now cracked two cam covers while torqueing them down to 15 lb-ft, at
> least that's what I set my torque wrench to, and lo and behold crack, crack.
>
> I got a new (used, no cracks) from APE in Hayward, and before I start
> cracking it up, too, I'd like to know if there are some specifics I have to
> take care of. I have new gaskets, both for the bolts and the cam cover it
> self.

I generally just tighten the fasteners until the gasket starts to squeeze out a bit.
I'd guess that to be about 5-7 pounds.
Joel Hailey
Centerline Products
Boulder Co
303-447-0239

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