Big Block Ford - FE Head Torque Sequence

Here are the some torque values and sequence instructions for torquing the cylinder heads on a Ford FE motor.

This includes such engines as the 390, 427, and 428 engine. Their may be an odd 406 and others in the mix

but not sure. Ask the internet if you are unsure. Their are a couple of torque options depending on Year and

head style. Also listed are the torque specs for the Edelbrock Aluminum FE head which is buried in their

documentation.

90 Ft/Lbs

110 Ft/Lbs

110 Ft/Lbs Top Row of Bolts (9, 5, 1, 3, 7)

100 Ft/Lbs Bottom Row of Bolts (10, 6, 2, 4, 8)

It's recommended to torque your bolts in several steps. I would do 3 steps, first step 30Ft/Lbs, Second

Step 60Ft/Lbs and the final torque value. For any bolts/studs that are into water user an appropriate

sealer. For bolts studs that don't use lube. ARP has a nice proven bolt lube for head bolts as well. Also

Note that for Edelbrock recommends a re-torque after a good cool down cycle to ensure proper torque.

I don't have any experience with them so use the information as you will.

Iron Heads

45 ft./lbs. with 30W Oil

For Edelbrock Aluminum Heads their specs show

35 ft./lbs. with ARP Lube

45 ft./lbs. with 30W Oil

40-45 ft./lbs. with 30W Oil

NOTE: If running head studs follow the studs torque recommendations.