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Ol' Ron · 12-05-2020, 09:27 PM

When installing studs into thw block, they should be torqued into the block 435/40 ft/lbs. to prevent leaks. When installing bolts, I used a sealant for steam pipes, to seal the block from leaks. These tips have always worked for me. Probably better ways now.

1stford · 12-05-2020, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Ol' Ron

When installing studs into thw block, they should be torqued into the block 435/40 ft/lbs. to prevent leaks. When installing bolts, I used a sealant for steam pipes, to seal the block from leaks. These tips have always worked for me. Probably better ways now.

What do you torque the bolts when re torquing the heads? Would re torquing potentially stop the leak?

12-05-2020, 09:27 PM	#1
Ol' Ron Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Chester Vt Posts: 8,985	Re: Headbolt When installing studs into thw block, they should be torqued into the block 435/40 ft/lbs. to prevent leaks. When installing bolts, I used a sealant for steam pipes, to seal the block from leaks. These tips have always worked for me. Probably better ways now.