<VV> Fw: Exhaust port tube fit to manifold

[J R Read]

I call it torque by hammer!  But, I'd call it HARD tap - not enough to put a 
crack in the manifold - but at least enough to seat the gaskets well. 
Hammer on the thick spots and tighten the nuts as you go - the torquing 
part.  Do it 3 or 4 times, till the nuts do not turn anymore.  I prefer the 
ones with the outer soft metal ring, but any work fine - just use all the 
same type.

Later, JR


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Frank DuVal" <corvairduval at cox.net>
To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Monday, September 17, 2012 11:43 PM
Subject: Re: <VV> Fw: Exhaust port tube fit to manifold


>I would not worry about a slight loose fit to the manifold. The new
> seals will prevent leaks there. I tap (beat) the manifolds in place with
> a hammer while tightening the nuts.
>
> Frank DuVal