Thank you. I thought it was that way.
Joe Curry wrote:
> Grant Buss wrote:
> >
> > I started the Spitfire today after replacing a head gasket. I am going
> > to re-torque the head. Should that be done when the engine is still hot
> > or do I do it after it cools down?
>
> Yes, the proper technique is to bring the engine up to operating temperature
>and immediately pull the valve cover and rocker assembly and retorque
> while it is still hot and expanded. The head bolts should require a bit of
>tightening to bring them within the torque specification. After that,
> wait for the engine to cool and then reinstall the rocker assembly and reset
>the valves.
>
> Joe
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