Does anyone know the torque specifications for the referenced gasket? The marina I purchased from said he just "tightens it firm", but I don't trust that to be accurate.<br /><br />Thanks for your help.<br /><br />John Wood
Re: Torque for 1987 Mercury 80 HP water jacket gasket
Good for you John!! Jeez! Some mechanics sure cut corners. There is a torgue spec for good reason. I take it, you are talking about the exaust manifold cover? It is 180 Inch-Pounds. there is also a torque sequence. Now, my scanner is down...HTH do i get this info to you? hmm... Ohwell, you might try your local library.I've had great results finding the manuals there for all the ones i don't own. But do try to locate one,and tighten in sequence.<br />Does your plate have 24bolts in it?<br />Here is the manual you need to buy. Well worth the greenage,if you intend to keep that Merc screamer for a long time.... http://www.boatdealers.com/mall/index.cgi?store_id=252&prod_id=1963&cart_id=790212693¤t_category=mercury%20manual
