torque sequence and specs for valve cover on z1
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torque sequence and specs for valve cover on z1
11 Aug 2009 09:03
hi, new here and was hoping someone could tell me if there is a torque sequence for the valve cover on a 1974 z1 900 also how tight should the bolts be. havent gotten my service manual yet so if anyone can help i'ld apprieciate it. thanks in advance
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Re: torque sequence and specs for valve cover on z1
11 Aug 2009 09:07
I'm at work now. If nobody else responds before I get home, I'll look it up.
If I recall there is a torque but not a sequence for the cover (at least in my manual).
If I recall there is a torque but not a sequence for the cover (at least in my manual).
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Re: torque sequence and specs for valve cover on z1
11 Aug 2009 09:46
A good rule of thumb is to start in the middle and when you get those four done go out and do the next ones,repeat until you get to the outside ones.
I have never had a inch pound tourque wrench but i know never use anything bigger than a 1/4 inch drive. Roy
I have never had a inch pound tourque wrench but i know never use anything bigger than a 1/4 inch drive. Roy
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Re: torque sequence and specs for valve cover on z1
11 Aug 2009 15:03
Standard 6mm bolt. Torque to 5.5-6ft/lb. No need to strip them by over doing it.
321,000 miles on KZ's that I can remember. Not going to see any more.
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Re: torque sequence and specs for valve cover on z1
11 Aug 2009 19:29
thanks thats how i thought it should go but wanted to be sure
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Re: torque sequence and specs for valve cover on z1
11 Aug 2009 19:31
thanks. i dont normally use a torque wrench on soft bolts and alluminum. i just use a 1/4 drive and snug them up. you're right no need to strip them
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