Just replaced my CPI and lower intake gasket only to discover I over torqued the lower manifold intake bolts somewhere between 3-5 ft/lb (normal is 35 ft/lb) Didn't hear any popping, went really slow, torque wrench popped and I stopped. Should have double checked my math.

Do I need to back them off one at a time in sequence and re-torque? Or will it be ok? Please don't say I need to tear it back down!

Any input is appreciated.

TH

 

meh. i wouldnt worry about it. 99% of the time the do-it-yourselvers just crank em down with a socket wrench and be done with it. if its not leaking in the oil,and not outside. call it done.

props at using a torque wrench!

 

I'm going to rent a coolant system pressure tester from O'Reillys, that should tell me if my gasket is toast I guess. Hopefully it's ok. Guess that's what I get for using a torque wrench in inch pounds and a calculator.