Rocker cover torque?

[ianwayne]

I've searched but can't seem to find the correct torque for the rocker cover bolts.

Closest I've found using the search function is in the wedge section which states 8 lb/ft. This seems a bit low to me.

[db484bhpv8]

Old rover V8s used screws. 8lb is more than enough. Overtightening can lead to leaks

[portzi]

db484bhpv8 said:

Old rover V8s used screws. 8lb is more than enough. Overtightening can lead to leaks

just a light nip up.

bored in tescos waiting for my cooked sausage for lunch when l get back from my drive and testing out my new aluminium belt pulleys
which l had a overheating bearing issue .

mark

[Badgerchim]

Stage 1 4nm 3lb
Stage 2 8nm 6lb

[ianwayne]

Thanks, the wedge info was correct then, still a Rover V8 of course. My torque wrench doesn't go that low (starts at 20Nm / 14.8 lbft) so it really is just a nip.

It surprises me because I've read advice that oil leaks from them because they are often not re-tightened at services. More likely over-tightened.

[spend]

Depends on gasket type ~ rubber & cork have different requirements

[Steve_D]

The rubber gaskets have a steel spacer at each fixing so the tightening torque has no effect on seal compression. Just a good nip.

Warning the spacer has a habit of falling out when fitting or removing the cover. Guess where it falls? And NO, it never falls on the floor.

Steve

[ianwayne]

I intend to get the rubber type with the steel spacer in it, so I'll be careful.