Intake Manifold torque specs?

[jdpolzin]

What are the torque spec for the bolts holding the lower intake manifold down? I'm using Felpro 1200's. Thanks guys! ------Jeremy

 

[86 TR]

32 ft. lbs. I would assume with the 1200's it would be the same.

Bolt Torque Explained

 

[gossamer]

I'm using the Fel-Pro 1200 gaskets and I torqued mine to 35 lbs. No leaks!

 

[Lee Thompson]

I read some where that

The average man can pull 35 ft. lbs. with a 3/8 combination wrench. That is what I torque mine to---3/8 wrench and a good pull.

 

[jdpolzin]

I have heard some horror stories about busted intakes from over torquing and torquing in the improper pattern. I already had to take my darn intake off since I busted the water jacket with the fitting that feeds the coolant hardline. Cost me another $120 to get fixed and re-coated so I just dont want to screw anything up. The motor was ready to drop in, complete, until I did this. Live and learn I guess!