Torque Value for Winfield Aluminum Head on Model A

[jersyb]

Information on installing a Winfield Aluminum Head (6:8-1) or one with approximately .75 deep Chambers.

 

[katy]

I'd use 55 ft-lbs, same as cast iron.

 

[Phil Brown]

Yea, not so much "the head" but it's the strength of the studs, threads and the block that any extra torque is pulling on.
It's also just not necessary. if 55-60 lbs won't keep the head and gasket on then you got other things wrong

 

[johnneilson]

X2!!

J