Bob,
Valve covers dare NOT be overtightened, and there's a torque spec for
most of 'em. You have the procedure correct, but the cover must start
out flat. A hammer and small block of iron will make it that way if it's
been warped from overtightening.
<<Jim>>
Bob Kiger wrote:
>
> I
> My Quick Question is, "When valve or pan gaskets are installed with cork
> gaskets they are not supposed to be torqued down. They are supposed to be
> tightened uniformly and snugly? Then, in a follow up visit, they are
> supposed to be uniformly snugged tighter to further compress the gasket and
> seal."
>
> Am I right or wrong. The shop does not say that I am wrong and are in fact
> putting it on the rack soon. I just need to know if my premise is correct
> as a defense in case they get testier :)
>
>
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