6 replies to this topic

[waynie]

Hi all another question comming from my dad. As title says, tourque settings for the head? im 99% sure thats what he told me to ask lol

Cheers all

[miniboo]

Cylinder head nuts=

stage 1 = 34 Nm or 25 lbf ft
stage 2 = 68 Nm or 50 lbf ft

The head nuts have to be tightened in a particular sequence in two stages.

cant find a pic but will see if i can

EDIT: Is your car pre 96 or post 96?

[Turbo Phil]

I would suggest investing in a Haynes manual. They are worth their weight in gold. This will also show you the correct sequence to torque the head, as well as the torque figure.

Phil.

[cowboy]

this is the sequence for tightening the head


//6//2//3//7//
8//4//1//5//9






and i agree a haynes manual is a must with a mini

Edited by cowboy, 18 February 2006 - 08:50 AM.

[waynie]

weve got a manual so he must of just missed read it or something :S its pre 96.

Cheers for the replys all

[1984mini25]

Drum roll please

Stage 1 = 34 Nm
stage 2 = 68 Nm
Rockers 32Nm (think)

[dan__wright]

a & b are if you have an 11 stud head eg a cooper s