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: torque for thermostat housing?


heartstopper
11-19-2010, 10:21 AM
Can someone tell me please? Thank you.

vettex2
11-20-2010, 07:56 AM
Never thought about it
I have never used a torque wrench os something like that
Just on headbolts or the like.....

Blowtorch
11-20-2010, 08:38 AM
Never thought about it
I have never used a torque wrench os something like that
Just on headbolts or the like.....

Same here; Just snug them tight. Have replaced probably a dozen thermostats over the years, and never torqued one and never had a leak. :thumbsup3:

CorvetteDon
11-20-2010, 07:54 PM
Water Inlet Housing Bolts, 11 Lb Ft.

paidtheprice
11-22-2010, 02:17 PM
I always just do a good solid hand tight, probably not very smart, I know, but no issues to date!

xx2001xxC5
11-23-2010, 11:03 AM
I always just do a good solid hand tight, probably not very smart, I know, but no issues to date!

Backyard mechanic, not good. IMO

vettex2
11-23-2010, 11:54 AM
Backyard mechanic, not good. IMOWell I'm certainly not one but I've done it the same way for 30+ years
No real auto mechanic torques every nut and bolt.

maybe on the space shuttle , but not cars

Vettemagnet
11-23-2010, 12:54 PM
Water Inlet Housing Bolts, 11 Lb Ft.

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