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bmyohn
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Hey Guys and Gals,

Im going to go ahead and post my stroker build here in the tech section cuz im sure to have a few tech questions along the way...well a load of tech questions

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First Tech Question

When I put on the new valve cover i just put on the rubber gasket and hand tightened the screws down.  Ive read some places where its good to put sealant on both sides of the gasket, others say dont put anything on the gasket.

second, is there a certain pattern to tighten down the valve cover with?

enjoy the install.

-Brendan



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I see your foot! /\

lol... just had to mention it for those who missed it. I'm being silly.

Well, info on the long block, header, etc....

As for the valve cover gasket, I've heard both. I do believe that there IS a pattern (start in the center and go across, just like lug nuts on a wheel) and I think torque them to about 15 ft lbs ('snug' with a 3/8" ratchet) will do... I think there might be a service manual with these specs in the tech page off the main GLXJ page that Adam has. I'm sure that they have torque specs and stuff in far greater detail there.

YUP- see

http://www.greatlakesxj.com/tech.html

it's right at the top.

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Man the engine is sweet- SCHWING!!

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Nice purchase hairy knuckles.... biggrin

 

In the manual for a 1999 it says to not use gasket maker.  All the info you want is in Section 9 page 76.  I can copy it if you want but it would be easier for me if you just looked it up, and there is tons of useful stuff with picks in that for ya.



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i have the 2001 FSM i cant seem to find it for some reason

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I just downloaded it and how mine downloaded if you open up the first folder labled "00XJE"  and then go to section 9 which is page 1190 it has step by step instructions for you on how to do it.  Hope that helps...



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i have the engine mounted on the engine stand i have the oil pump and oil screen mated together and have a new valve cover on the way (my new one cracked on the install). im planning on taking lots of pictures and start taking parts off my jeep piece by piece and getting as much stuff off the old motor before i go on vacation on saturday. im very excited to start the process

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mmmm toys, toys toys lol.

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stroker is in :)




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Soooo


How does it drive?   Are you happy with the outcome?

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Sounds healthy. Worth the hard earned $?

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so when are you taking it down the drag strip???

sounds pretty sweeet

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NICE

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aww man that's sweet... :)

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definetly worth the $$$. never had so much fun behind the wheel of my jeep. worth every penny

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