[Gmecm] 88 Buick 3.8L V6

[Bill - Comcast]

Thanks Scott.  The sequence is just a criss-cross pattern, isn't it?  I 
suppose I'll need it but it's less time critical now since I need to get 
new head bolts.  That'll be tomorrow.

Best,

Bill

Scott Feaver wrote:
> Yes they are torque-to-yield..    I just put my heads back on a couple of
> nights ago on a 89 Lesabre with a Vin C 3.8L..
>
> I have to double check in a few minutes for you, but I thought I'd post this
> right now anyhow.
>
> I believe the spec was to 35 lb-ft, then 130 degrees, and then 30 more on
> all.
>
> In about half an hour I can get at my service book to confirm but I think
> thats right.    Do you need the tightening sequence also?
>
> Scott
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Bill - Comcast" <b.shaw at comcast.net>
> To: <gmecm at diy-efi.org>
> Sent: Tuesday, August 29, 2006 8:06 PM
> Subject: [Gmecm] 88 Buick 3.8L V6
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>
>   
>> Sorry for the off topic question again,  but I'm in the garage about to
>> put the heads back on.  Anyone here know if these head bolts are
>> reusable or torque-to-yield?  Also,  does anyone know the torque specs
>> for these head bolts?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Bill
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