Deuce Valve Cover gasket TM? Torque spec?

[peashooter]

I'm a little new to the deuce world and am having trouble finding the TM for replacing the valve cover gaskets on my M109a3 LDT465. I know this is probably super easy but for once I decided I had better read the directions so I dont take anything for granted. Basically wondering if there is any torque spec for the valve cover bolts. I've tried the searches but no luck yet. Thanks for any help

 

[phil2968]

This TM number
TM 9-2815-210-34-2-1
and page 3-119 download from Jatonkas website for free JATONKAM35s HOME ON THE WEB

 

[kennys@wi.rr.com]

Is the valve cover reusable or does it have to be replaced each time? I am looking to reset the valves on mine and I need to know if I have to replace it.

 

[peashooter]

Is the valve cover reusable or does it have to be replaced each time? I am looking to reset the valves on mine and I need to know if I have to replace it.

its reusable, but they are also cheap so it never hurts to replace them while your at it-I think I paid $12 for a set from Erics. they are thick buggers, probably a good 1/4". I didnt see anything in the TM about using sealant but I did put some on the valve cover just to help hold the gasket in place when putting it all back on.

 

[kennys@wi.rr.com]

I appreciate the heads up. It's better to plan ahead and be safe than not plan and be screwed.

 

[Billy Bobbed]

Is the valve cover reusable or does it have to be replaced each time? I am looking to reset the valves on mine and I need to know if I have to replace it.

I need to adjust my valves one day soon.

 

[Heavysteven]

Can to keep us posted on how the valve adjustment goes? What tools?how hard? Couple photo's?

I would like to see how involved this is. Thanks

 

[Srjeeper]

Seek and ye shall find...

But first ya gotta look...


http://www.steelsoldiers.com/deuce/70421-multis-valve-adjustment.html

 

[rccollin]

its reusable, but they are also cheap so it never hurts to replace them while your at it-I think I paid $12 for a set from Erics. they are thick buggers, probably a good 1/4". I didnt see anything in the TM about using sealant but I did put some on the valve cover just to help hold the gasket in place when putting it all back on.

Im needing to get valve cover gaskets. You aid they are $12 per set from Eric's. Do you have the link to where I can order them from? Thanks.

 

[peashooter]

Well, they appear not to be in stock. Here is the link though that has the various part numbers for the valve cover gaskets. Try calling a few of the dealers and or checking their website to see if they have any. Eriks, Boyce Equipment, White Owl, ebay, Saturn Surplus, Eastern Surplus, realcustomtrucks.com (run by a member of this site)

part numbers/N 10899080, 375134D. NSN 5330008855723

Erik's link: http://www.eriksmilitarysurplus.com/vacogasetfor.html