valve cover torque

[sho'd]

can anyone tell me what the valve cover gaskets are supposed to be torqed to? i'm picking up them today, on other vehicles i have usually done the just a little after they meet the surface, any suggestions would be great, as i don't wanna have a leak in the back and have to tear intake off again, that would be crazy, thanks guys!

 

[sdpatt]

The chrome plated valve cover bolts should be torqued 8-11 lb-ft. Err on the lesser side as excessive twist will either strip the threads in the aluminum head or shear the long bolts - neither of which is desirable.