Ok I searched but I found to much conflicting information so im going to ask and see what response I get..

What is the new sequence and torque specs when installing a new headgasket. I have the honda shop manual with the specs BUT i remember that a TSB was issued for a new sequence with new torque specs. Does anyone know what those are?

Also does anyone know the part number for the metal headgasket from the d16z6? I guess thats the better one to use then the A6 gasket.

Thanks,
Mig

PS. In case anyone is interested its TSB # 97-047 regarding the headgasket issue.

 

Can you copy and post the info here from the TSB? I never heard of this before, and rebuilt my motor using the sequence and everything from my manual

 

No thats why im asking.. I can punch in the TSB number but the information is VERY vauge.

http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/tsb/

"Make : HONDA Model : CIVIC Year : 1989
Manufacturer : AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.
Service Bulletin Num : 97111097047 Date of Bulletin: NOV 10, 1997
NHTSA Item Number: 54041
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Summary Description:
PROBLEMS WITH HEAD GASKET LEAKS. TORQUE TO NEW SPEC"

I called two different independent shops for information on this, both confirmed the TSB but would not tell me in detail what it was about.

Thats why Im asking for help on how to get more information on this.

Mig

 

i think it 25 fpt

 

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what does that mean?

if i were you, i would call american honda and ask them, they were helpful with me on a TSB for rear trailing arm bushings...

 

The d16z6 pn can be found at http://www.hondapartssource.com

Do you have the same manuals as here? Maybe they have been updated(49ftlbs?). http://www.hybridgarage.com/tech/index.html

 

foot pounds of tourqe
hence (f.p.t)

 

that would be lb/ft

 

HG part# 12251-P08-004, 49 lb. ft. of tg start from the center bolts and work your way out in a x-cross pattern, you don't have to be so **** about it trust me i've done 100s of headgaskets

 

Cool thanks for your help..

Mig