barrel nut found

rfix'n · 09-09-2002, 08:53 AM

While pulling the #2 spark plug wire I heard something rattle. Reached in and pulled out a barrel nut void of a stud. Have not pulled the valve cover yet but assuming I don't find pieces of the stud is it okay to just torque the old nut back on or do I need a new barrel nut?

Superman · 09-09-2002, 08:59 AM

I chased my barrel nuts with a tap and reused them, during my rebuild. If the stud is still there, I say put the barrel nut back on, torque them all down to 25 lb/ft and drive.

Rot 911 · 09-09-2002, 09:00 AM

If the threads are still ok, just reuse it. I would check the torque on the rest of the head studs.

09-09-2002, 09:58 AM

Mine had 2 nuts spun all the way off and floating around the spark plugs and the rest on the left side loose. Re-torqued successfully (without pulling the studs), and still going strong.

rfix'n · 09-10-2002, 07:14 AM

Okay, thats what I will do, thanks. Re-torque and drive.

I have not found a washer though. It must be floating around in there somewhere. If I need to replace am I going to ba able to use a generic washer or do I need to order one and delay getting back to driving?

Superman · 09-10-2002, 08:46 AM

The washer you're looking for is probably wedged between two fins on the head, in the hole it was in. It is a fairly thick washer, and you'll want to use something similar in thickness.