Bolt pattern and torque specs for valve cover

[Cg86]

Pulled my valve cover to check if I had a bad lifter (misfires, whine, and over all poor running). I don't, but can not for the life of me find the bolt pattern or torque specs. 

 

Appreciate any help

[CamGTP]

Just snug it down. I never torque them to factory spec again because I don't want to risk it on an aluminum cylinder head.

[RPaul]

Just snug it down and keep an eye for any leak. You’ll smell or see it… not a huge deal

[diyer2]

Back in the day we used to use a 3/8 ratchet and hold it by the head when tightening valve covers. This limits the torque you can apply. 

[It's Tim]

On 2/2/2022 at 4:57 PM, Cg86 said:

Pulled my valve cover to check if I had a bad lifter (misfires, whine, and over all poor running). I don't, but can not for the life of me find the bolt pattern or torque specs. 

 

Appreciate any help

Probably a good reason for that is because most peeps don't know the difference between "inch pounds" and "foot pounds". 

[Cg86]

Incase anyone else needs it - 89 imch pounds in 3 steps (30in/lb 60in/lb 89 in/lb), and the pattern is the same as the intake manifold, which is easily found.