Dryslick13

I just got my Bursch header today. Looks nice! Want to install them soon. Was wondering which way the gasket that goes between the header and head goes? Does the silver side go to the header or head? Also, are there any torque specs for the nut that holds the headers on the studs?

krystar

only needs to be "tight enough". u shouldn't need torq specs for that. besides u'll never get a torq wrench on heh

John_AZ

From a man of great wisdom....Grandad#3

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Since there is an aluminum head and a cast iron exhaust manifold the gasket goes to the head side and SS to the manifold. Reason being steel next to aluminum sets up dissimilar metal corrosion and we don't want that to happen. We all know how hard it is to remove steel bolts and use PB Blaster or Kroil to help loosen the bolts. Steel expands with heat keeping the two parts together thus sealed.

Cheers,
Larry
08-13-2009, 10:59 AM

I cannot remember the Torque---

GL
John

Grandpa#3

Thank you, John_AZ. I take that as a Great complement coming from such a knowledgeable person as yourself. I think the nut torque is 15 ft. lbs. not much.

Cheers,
Larry (AKA Grandad#3)

Dryslick13

That's the info that I needed. Thanks Guys! Will tackle the install tomorrow.