Torque setting on FE Edelebrock Intake...

[427Larry]

I do not torque mine, I just hand tighten, (but I am careful) but I do coat the gasket both sides with Motorkraft TA-31 Sealant and let it set for 24 hours before adding any fluid. This is the way I have done it for over 30 years and I have never had a problem. I just did my 427 F.E. this last winter, I did the Intake (Blue Thunder) and my Header Tank, I have not had any problems.

[davids2toys]

Originally Posted by 427Larry

I do not torque mine, I just hand tighten, (but I am careful) but I do coat the gasket both sides with Motorkraft TA-31 Sealant and let it set for 24 hours before adding any fluid. This is the way I have done it for over 30 years and I have never had a problem. I just did my 427 F.E. this last winter, I did the Intake (Blue Thunder) and my Header Tank, I have not had any problems.

I let every gasket sit after assembly for 24 hours before adding fluid no matter what job I am doing!

[427Larry]

I make sure I use a good gasket, not a thin one and yes just a good smear not to heavy. Like davis2toys said I also never add fluids to anything for at least 24 hours to make sure the sealant is fully cured. Sometimes I have found that it will take up to 48 hours for the TA-31 to fully cure. Good luck !

[KevinW]

Thanks!
Larry: Good = 1mm/2mm thickness?