'85 115 johnson v4 head torque?

[leftbass33]

hello ALL, i'm new here, great site, and 1st time boat owner. i have a '85 115 johnson , replacing head gaskets. dont know torque. please help!

 

[OBJ]

Re: '85 115 johnson v4 head torque?

Welcome lpj!<br /><br />Torque is 18 to 21ft lb. I do the torque in three steps. 10-15-20. Start with the center head bolts and work your out to the top and bottom head bolts in a circular pattern for each step.

 

[leftbass33]

Re: '85 115 johnson v4 head torque?

thanks obj,<br /><br />i went and got the maual. figure i'll be needing it.thanks again!