When removing the head on a 1985 5.0 V8 engine it is very important that the job is done properly and safely. An auto parts store or mechanic shop can assist with any questions if the owner's manual does not provide the necessary information needed. Purchasing a Chilton can provide all information needed for any vehicle repairs.
You will need to remove the cylinder heads from your Ford F1 50 pickup truck engine. Remove the head gasket and clean the surface. Put the new head gasket on and reverse the process.
The head bolt torque specs of a 1985 3.8 Ford Ltd. is 50 to 55 ft lbs. This 65 to 71 Nm belongs to a 6-cylinder torque sequence engine.
center of engine behind frame rail under seat remove black wire with rubber seal and there it is
Remove the top main radiator hose (between the cap and the motor head) from the motor head (held on by a Spring Clamp). Then remove the 2 bolts that hold the thermostat in place & then the gasket. Replace both parts (gasket and thermostat) secure the bolts, reattach the hose... remove the radiator cap and start the engine. Add 50/50 Antifreeze mixture until the reservoir is "full" (running engine during this process for about 5-10 minutes to remove air in line). viola...
Torque head to 50-55 ft/lbs
20w-50 anykind will work just fine
30 NM 50 NM then 90°
30 NM 50 NM then 90°
30 NM 50 NM then 90°
The Toyota Corolla 1.6 liter engine cylinder head bolt torque specification is 150 pounds. The head bolts should be torqued in 50 pound intervals.
50 ft lbs, then 150 ft lbs.
Yes, but. Antifreeze is also a corrosion inhibitor. It protects the engine and head gasket from corrosion problems. It is far better, and safer to use a 50/50 antifreeze and water mix in the engine.