How much torque should I put on my rocker arms?
If you’re using grade 8 bolts, such as the Harland Sharp ones we include with our rocker arms, you install them with motor oil and torque them to 25 to 30 foot-pounds. Did you find the recommended reading relevant to this discussion?
How to torque the rocker arms on a 3800pro?
Slowly thread the rocker bolts into the cylinder head. Be sure that the pushrods are correctly positioned into the pushrod seats (see figure 3). Torque rocker bolts to 25 foot pounds using fluid motion to avoid false torque readings. Continue to install each set of two rocker arms until you are complete.
How big is the intake valve rocker arm?
Tighten exhaust valve rocker arm retaining bolts 3, 4, 5, and 6 to 30 Nm (22 lb ft) . Tighten intake valve rocker arm retaining bolts 2, 6, 7, and 8 to 30 Nm (22 lb ft) .
How to adjust GM 3400 3.4L pushrod rocker arms?
Intake valves are closer to the valley of the engine. No compression on 3.4 V6 Aztec, replaced one cylinder head only but did remove push rods etc from both to replace gaskets, also turned the engine over without push rods good compression, left overnight still no compression any one have any ideas I am stumped. Lifters?
Slowly thread the rocker bolts into the cylinder head. Be sure that the pushrods are correctly positioned into the pushrod seats (see figure 3). Torque rocker bolts to 25 foot pounds using fluid motion to avoid false torque readings. Continue to install each set of two rocker arms until you are complete.
If you’re using grade 8 bolts, such as the Harland Sharp ones we include with our rocker arms, you install them with motor oil and torque them to 25 to 30 foot-pounds. Did you find the recommended reading relevant to this discussion?
Intake valves are closer to the valley of the engine. No compression on 3.4 V6 Aztec, replaced one cylinder head only but did remove push rods etc from both to replace gaskets, also turned the engine over without push rods good compression, left overnight still no compression any one have any ideas I am stumped. Lifters?
What should I know about the rocker arms?
Rocker arms are just torqued to specs. The most important thing is that the push rods are installed correctly. They are different lengths. GM recommends new lower intake bolts, and have updated the torque specs. On rocker arms and lower intake bolts. More Questions For… The intake and exhaust rocker / Pushrods are labeled in the picture below.
Is the stud on the rocker arm nonadjustable?
If the rocker arm is stud-mounted, such as on a Chevy, then proper procedure involves attaining zero lash plus the specified amount of preload. Some engine designs, such as the Pontiac V-8, use a stud, but are considered nonadjustable in factory form.
How do you install Rockers on a car?
Install the rockers one cylinder at a time in any order. The rocker pedestals are made up of three pieces to install two rockers (one pedestal plate and two rocker stands). Align one of the pedestal plates on the head with the groove side facing up.
If the rocker arm is stud-mounted, such as on a Chevy, then proper procedure involves attaining zero lash plus the specified amount of preload. Some engine designs, such as the Pontiac V-8, use a stud, but are considered nonadjustable in factory form.
Install the rockers one cylinder at a time in any order. The rocker pedestals are made up of three pieces to install two rockers (one pedestal plate and two rocker stands). Align one of the pedestal plates on the head with the groove side facing up.
Why do I have torque on my Honda Civic?
An easy way to do accidental damage is to over torque or under torque bolts and screws. Manufacturers design bolts and screws to “stretch” when they’re install. That way, the bolt and screw threads firmly attach to the matching threaded hole or nut.
When to use new bolts on Honda Civic?
Manufacturers design bolts and screws to “stretch” when they’re install. That way, the bolt and screw threads firmly attach to the matching threaded hole or nut. This lowers or outright eliminates the risk that the bolt or screw will work itself loose. For the same reason it’s always a good idea to use new bolts when working on the engine.
What do you put in a torque valve cover?
Apply petroleum jelly or similar petroleum based product liberally to the grove in the valve cover to hold the valve cover gaskets in place as you re-install the cover. Torque valve cover bolts to 89 inch pounds. Start engine, and verify that no abnormal noises or miss-fires are present.
Where can I find list of torque specs?
Email this Page… Found a nice link over on 3800pro that has a nice list of torque specs on random bolts and such. Here is the link for those interested. Last edited by freakv6; 12-18-2008 at 09:42 PM .
What are the torque specifications for a Chevy Corvette?
24.4 C4 – REAR Bushing Clamp Bolts Type: Bolt 65.08 C4 – Ball Joint to LOWER Control Arm Nut Type: 43.39 Type: 67.79 C4 – LOWER Ball Joint NOTE: 50 + Cotter Pin Align Type: 44.74 C4 – UPPER Ball Joint NOTE: 33 + Cotter Pin Align Type: 20.34 C4 – Master Cylinder Mounting Nuts Type: 32.54 Type: 32.54 Type: 21.69 C4 – REAR (Guide Pins) – LOWER Type: