cylinder head bolts

[clive f]

don`t have the bible to hand, but not sure if its in there anyway, but does anyone know what settings to torque the head bolts up to?

[v8 racing]

Depends on what/who's head bolts you are using?

[clive f]

hi rob, havent stripped the heads down just thought I`d check them whilst I was working on the top end, assume the bolts are standard from when the engine was built, but cant be sure.
engine being a 96 serp.
or is it best to leave it alone if no problems?

[griffter]

If they're stretch bolts (as I think they were on 10 bolt heads - but don't take my word for it) leave them alone.

If they're not, they should be torqued to 70 lb-ft (V8D recommendation). However that figure is for initial build and then check after 500 miles and assumes clean threads etc.

To be honest, if you've no reason to suggest the heads aren't sealing right, I'd leave well alone.

[v8 racing]

As grifter says they will be stretch bolts so leave well alone!

[clive f]

thanks guys

[rev-erend]

65~70 ft lbs..

[pwd95]

I think I'd use studs if I had to do it again.

[rev-erend]

Not sure if studs are possible with a griff / chim due to the cyl head being under the windscreen (I think..) might be clearance issues.

[topsparks]

Studs fit,had them on my 5.5,got them from Real Steel.

[rev-erend]

Sparks - can you take the heads off in situ or does the engine have to be removed / moved forward.

[topsparks]

Rev,you better ask Rob!,I know he built the engine out of the car.