Head gasket follow-up

[kitebuz]

I replaced my head gaskets this spring. I have heard you should re-check the torque on the head bolts after 10-20 hrs of use. I'm just over 10 hrs.

Should I check the torque on the bolts cold, or let the engines warm up 1st?

I have twin '89 Evinrude 120 loopers. Thanks.

 

[kitebuz]

Re: Head gasket follow-up

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[imported_lorin]

Re: Head gasket follow-up

Do it cold. Looen a head bolt (one at a time) a couple of turns, then retorque it. Follow torque sequence.

 

[DJ]

Re: Head gasket follow-up

Agreed that a re-torque is a good idea. I do not loosen them though.

 

[kitebuz]

Re: Head gasket follow-up

Thanks for the advice. I will recheck them cold.