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Originally Posted by dieselmania
Thanks but now I see in that link about the proper tightening method, 30nm,loosen, 30nm, loosen, 35nm. I didn't do this I just went right to 35nm. I did have the intake and fuel lines off so it was easy to get everything centered. Should I leave it alone since I am already at 35nm?
I don't see how anyone can do this with the intake in the way, how could you possibly get the pistons lined up?
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Do it right.
* Remove the intake.
* New copper seals again.
* Follow the torque procedure.
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