Torque specs for head bolts

1970 OLDSMOBILE 442
20,000 MILES • 7.5L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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REDTAHITI
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Hi guys back with the jet boat.
Just had the heads done on the 455 olds , looking for torque specs on head bolts. I've got answers from 80ft lb to 95ftlb what is right?
Jan 9, 2019 at 3:42 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

95 lbs is what I see in my old Glenns auto manual.

Staggered pattern tightening from the center out?

Roy
Jan 9, 2019 at 3:54 AM
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REDTAHITI
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Thank you guys , you've always got the right answers for me.
Great job
Jan 9, 2019 at 4:44 AM
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Jan 9, 2019 at 5:09 AM
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