I'm finding the torque specs for steel heads, but not aluminum for my 1952 Ford flathead. Can someone tell me the specs please? Offenhauser heads, composite gasket. thanks, Carl
I have Weiand Heads and copper gaskets, I torque 40 LBS. My torque sequence is to start at one end and go up and down all the way across at 10lb increments. Then re torque after cool down 2 times. Pete
Read the bottom paragraph, prpmmp is correct http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/flathead_torquespecs49-53V8.htm
I believe that MOST sources recommend start the torque pattern in the center of the head and move out in a circular pattern(as per MOTORS MANUAL, CHILTONS, etc!!)
Mine are 50 ft. lbs. Manufactures specs vary. More info. here. https://fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=115788