1989 Buick Century push rod guides

1989 BUICK CENTURY
72,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MOSVALVE
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I have just complteted a head gasket replacement. Is there a certain torque to which the push rod arms need to be tightened ? Or just get them tight as I can & put the cover on ?
Sep 29, 2009 at 12:43 PM
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JALOPYPAPA
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I think you mean the rocker arms, which are a pedestal type, right? I torqued mine (1992 3.3 liter) pretty snug, maybe around 35 ft-pounds, but with hydraulic lifters, which you have, the exact torque isn't critical. The main thing is to make sure the push rods are seated in the lifters.
Oct 1, 2009 at 9:50 PM
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