motor12 367 #1 Posted December 11, 2014 A couple of days ago I noticed the head gasket weeping on my 854. I picked up a new gasket and installed it today. For the K181 the manual states torque to 15 to 20 ft lbs. I did that, then ran engine to warm up the head. Shut it down let it cool then re torqued to specs. Am I good or will I need a second heat and cool cycle and re torque again. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,978 #2 Posted December 11, 2014 It wouldn't hurt to check it again and periodically after that. My grandsons K181 seems need that every so often. It's the only one I've had the issue with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KyBlue 655 #3 Posted December 11, 2014 Doesn't hurt to check ... I put one on my K181 6 years ago and it never needed Retorquing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fordiesel69 271 #4 Posted December 14, 2014 A new gasket can require quite a few retorque sequences. Not in all cases, but it is best to check often and retorque if needed. An old gasket can leak if the head is removed and the gasket is reused. I would almost bet 8 out of 10 times this can occur. For me that is... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
