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I only torque up to 95lbft. I do it in about 5 stages, ie 10, 25 50 75, & 95. This number may be unneccessary , but I've rationalized that by doing so, I may minimize sideways spread of the gasket. I retorque when warm, and after 100 miles or so. As I appear not to be damaging the bolts, I am a...

Quantum-man, please continue giving us the benefit of your ideas and experiences! I love figuring out how to "beat the system", as I call it, and seeing how others have figured out ways to do that also. By "beating the system" I mean figuring out how to repair, rebuild, and re-u...