2002 Chevrolet Impala Install New Head Gaskets One Tighten Rocker Arms Valve

2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA
132,000 MILES
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RJAJRJ2005
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i install new head gaskets and one new head but when i tighten the rocker arms the valve stays open
Dec 16, 2012 at 2:57 PM
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did youi install them 14 ft lbs plus 30 degrees? if not that may be why. if this is a 3.4Lif a 3.8 it's 15 NM + 90 degrees.
Dec 16, 2012 at 4:48 PM
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