kudzu3 323 #1 Posted August 18, 2013 I am putting a new head gasket on a k181 and keep hearing that the head bolts should be torqued in the proper sequence. What is the proper sequence? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,539 #2 Posted August 18, 2013 Go to page 15.1 for the tightening sequence. Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kudzu3 323 #3 Posted August 19, 2013 Thanks, I really appreciate the info. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gregg'shorses 77 #4 Posted August 19, 2013 I like to bring it up to proper torque by doing it in three steps ( in thirds). Using recommended pattern. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick 217 #5 Posted August 20, 2013 Don't forget to torque the bolts again after you run the engine and let it cool back down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
