Well installing a new intake manifold is a long way off but I like to plan way ahead so I started researching and discovered al different bolt sequences for replacing the bolts when putting the manifold back on. I looked and found one that shows "Intake Torque Sequence for Small Block Fords". I copied it out and thought I better double check with other sources and they all differed. Then I discovered that even the torque differs. Some said 1st go to 10, the 20, then 20 again to be safe. The next said go to 30 lbs ft.. So I figured I better come here and get the straight facts and know I am doing it the right way.
I think you are overthinking this.....Basically, just like a cylinder head, the sequence is from the centre out. The steps, take your spec, go 1/3, 2/3 and then the full amount
Thank you Poncho62. Maybe I was overthinking but I've never removed an intake manifold and I want to do it right the first time. I thought I better ask where I get the right answers.
I have a new Edelbrock intake and 3 Stromberg 97s but like I say, I've never done this before and this seems like serious work. I don't want to screw this up. I can do screw up really well !
Nope, Poncho is right. It's straight forward. One suggestion , once all the gasket surfaces are clean I like to use a 3M adhesive to glue the front and rear gaskets in place atop the block. Then when I install the intake a little Sealer on top each gasket makes things easy and leak free.
Go get a tube or two of Permatex Right Stuff. Apply a small but continuous bead to the heads including around each bolt, install the gaskets using a couple of bolts to keep them aligned, apply another fine bead to the gasket, again around each intake and water port and around each bolt . Install the manifold and torque to about 10-12 lbs and let set up. The next day torque to final specs of 20 lbs. The sealant will have formed a compressible rubber bond that will seal against any vacuum leaks.
Warren
ps: if you have any small oil leaks in your tranny or rear end, add a bottle of Blue Devil. Available at CTC. Works wonders.
Thank you. When the time comes and I'm feeling brave enough, I will follow your instructions to the letter. I wouldn't attempt this without your guidance. Thank you both.
