Cylinder Head Torqueing Order

[Jules]

I have a 1987 Force 125hp which I am replacing the cylinder head gasket. There are 18 bolts in total and I am wondering in which order I should torque and to what torque setting. Many thanks for any help.

 

[steelespike]

Re: Cylinder Head Torqueing Order

Jules I dont have that info. Someone will probably post.<br />You should have a manual before starting any service.

 

[Steve135]

Re: Cylinder Head Torqueing Order

Jules- Heres the order to torgue in. Get a piece of paper and draw a rectangle! I will list the order down from top. <br />left side.<br />17,13,9,5,1,4,8,12,16<br />right side<br />18,14,10,6,2,3,7,11,15<br />Says cylinder head 225 inch lbs/ 25.4 metric<br />steve

 

[jrbpit1]

Re: Cylinder Head Torqueing Order

Jules-<br />I replaced the head gasket on my Chrylser last summer twice. Be sure and get all new head bolts and washers. The first time I did not get new bolts. After the first replacement I used the old bolts and washers. I had 2 washers actually break up and ended up doing the job again. Spend a few extra bucks and save your self a lot of aggrivation.

 

[Jules]

Re: Cylinder Head Torqueing Order

Cheers Steve. Once I have done this how long should I leave before re torqueing and can I run at WOT.

 

[Jules]

Re: Cylinder Head Torqueing Order

Thanks Jason B. What are the bolts ie material and thread as I will not be able to get oem parts?

 

[Walker]

Re: Cylinder Head Torqueing Order

Torque them down in steps, 100inch/lbs, 175, and the 225, and you should not have to retorque them later and you will have much less chance of warping the head or getting a leak. Walker

 

[jrbpit1]

Re: Cylinder Head Torqueing Order

Jules,<br />My 84 Chrysler 75 HP (Pre-Force, I think the bolts are grade 8, and they are 5/16". You should be able to match what you have at a machine shop or Mercury/Quicksilver dealer. Good luck.