Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Tecumseh Model OV358EA Spec 206940G 13.5 hp cylinder head torque specs, cylinder head gasket, hp cylinder


Question
I'm replacing the cylinder head gasket and I'm having trouble finding the torque specs, I would like to find the torque specs for the cylinder head and the overhead bolts but I'm having trouble find them. I was wondering if you would be able to help me I've been at this for two hours and I don't know all the names so it makes finding everything difficult.

Answer
See this link:

http://www.smallenginesuppliers.com/html/engine-specs/tecumseh/Tecumseh_4-Cycle_


Page 86 states all OHV headbolts are torqued to 230 in. lbs. (19 ft. lbs.)

Is the engine about a 13 hp?

I suspect the 230 in. lbs. is correct as Tecumseh engines often have the same specs.  For example, all L-head eninges headbolt torque was 200 in. lbs. and valve clearance was .008 in for almost all L-head aluminum engines.

What size (diameter) are the bolts?

Eric