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Old Mar 21, 2009 | 12:14 AM
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I need some help with the installation torque specs for the Header bolts. i am going to install Kooks 1-7/8" w/ catted X-pipe and ZO6 Borla multicore exhaust on an LS3 tommorow. i tried using the search but can't find what i am looking for (Torque specs for exhaust manifold bolts). i will post my review and sound clip for this exhaust combo. Thanks.
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I need some help with the installation torque specs for the Header bolts. i am going to install Kooks 1-7/8" w/ catted X-pipe and ZO6 Borla multicore exhaust on an LS3 tommorow. i tried using the search but can't find what i am looking for (Torque specs for exhaust manifold bolts). i will post my review and sound clip for this exhaust combo. Thanks.
It's 2 passes about 12 then 18 inch pounds with anti-seize. working
inside out each side. Important to do one more pass after a day or two.
reuse the stock gaskets

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I need some help with the installation torque specs for the Header bolts. i am going to install Kooks 1-7/8" w/ catted X-pipe and ZO6 Borla multicore exhaust on an LS3 tommorow. i tried using the search but can't find what i am looking for (Torque specs for exhaust manifold bolts). i will post my review and sound clip for this exhaust combo. Thanks.

Here is the David Farmer link for torque specs...

http://www.davidfarmerstuff.com/C6-Torque-Manual.PDF
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Thanks for all the info.
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