Steve,
The torque plate I use is 2" thick and drilled with all the correct head
studs in place. I use spacers to take up the rest of the studs when the unit
is torque down to spec. On my Spit engine the bore was only slightly
disturbed with the plate on, but the main thing is it was and now it is
perfectly round with the final honing. I know you mentioned you were making
it yourself but I do know Gaskets Works sells them as well.
good luck,
John Wilkins
"66 Triumph Spitfire #892
----- Original Message -----
From: <Gt6steve@aol.com>
To: <FOT@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2004 8:00 AM
Subject: Torque plate
> Amici,
> I'm considering making a torque plate for the six cylinder engines. Would
> anyone share their opinions on whether this helps on the Triumphs, and if
we all
> agree, what thickness is appropriate for a torque plate? I'm thinking 1"
> steel would be adequate, I can't imagine doing one to head thickness. Any
> opinions available?
> Steve
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