OK let me recap.....

Bolts instead of studs is not an issue....

More beer...

Thick gasket kit is probably a good thing.... have one NOS circa 1956 gasket set coming form EBay but will order the one from the link...

Thightening sequence of center out is good....

Will remove outright and check flatness again... mill if necessary....

OUTSTANDING questions...... what is the proper torque values....?

.... what torque value do I follow when re torquing after a good hot cycle...?

.... how many times do I retorque...? some say 3 retorque sequences.....

Appreciate your help guys..... it can get awful lonely out there in the barn......

Ah yes.. one more beer.

Bob C.


Bob C.
CMP Heaven
The Hammond Barn