Head Bolt Retorque

[rdgallo]

I have a 1994 150 hp Johnson Fast Strike that I purchased new in 1994. I don't remember if the head bolts were ever retorqed after the break-in period. I have no problems with the motor that I am aware of, but keep reading how important it is to retorque these bolts. If I now retorque them after 10 years, would I be causing a problem since the gasket has had so long to take a set? Should I just forget it and motor on down the water?

 

[tvpear12]

Re: Head Bolt Retorque

waiting 10 years to retorque?????? leave it alone. if it has not leaked yet it prob wont unless you run it hot.

 

[OBJ]

Re: Head Bolt Retorque

Yep....what tv said.

 

[dolluper]

Re: Head Bolt Retorque

When they run fine let them run fine

 

[DHPMARINE]

Re: Head Bolt Retorque

I haven't retorqued heads on a new engine for so long,I can't tell you.Got tired of finding no problem.When I replace a head gasket,I check.<br /><br />Big engines don't seem to change,2 to 8 hp seem to a bit.<br /><br />DHP

 

[rdgallo]

Re: Head Bolt Retorque

Thanks to all of you for the responses. I will leave the motor alone. Thanks!!