Head Torque.

Discussion in 'Scooter Tuning' started by GUNS, Jun 24, 2010.

  1. GUNS

    GUNS the usual suspect

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    Soon I am fitting a 70cc Polini Sport kit to my Morini engined Italjet Formula A/C 50, I was wondering what the torque setting for the head was?
     
  2. capri dave

    capri dave Active Member

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    I never use a torque wrench for tightening scooter heads...

    i tighten it up by feel, then take it for a gentle ride and check the nuts again by feel
    to see if the gasket has bedded down any :)
     
  3. GUNS

    GUNS the usual suspect

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    Thanks for the reply, all went well apart from ordering a 5mm jetting kit, when it's 6mm :cry:


    Took her for spin round the block and although running in, noticed more low down torque, which is a result. Should have re-jetting kit mid-week and on a 12mm carb, presumely it needs it :grin:
     
  4. capri dave

    capri dave Active Member

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    nice one m8, glad it went well :) The polini 70cc sport kit is noted as being very torquey ;)
     
  5. lipsmoker

    lipsmoker Member

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    i always check my nuts by feel :cheers:
     

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