1G 1G 4G63 valve cover torque specs

[insanewayne]

Hey guys,

I'm finally gettin a new valve cover to replace my cracked one, after the ####ing 50$ gasket comes in. And i just want to be double check the torque specs.

For the outside 8 bolts its 36 in-lbs, and the inner 5 its 24-36 in-lbs? right?

There maybe 10 outside ones (2 more under the timing belt shield...i wouldnt know)

Now, if thats right, then whats the best order to tighten them down for a proper seal?

thanks

wayne

 

[ClayCarCrash]

Im about to do this. I think it'll be easy enough. Any advice on cleaning it up while I'm in there?

 

[Zero6391]

just get a knife blade (angle it pointing straight down on the head) and just lightly scrap off any rtv or whatever is on there. if there is anything hard to get off hit it with some carb or brake cleaner. that's how I prep for the new gasket, never had any issues