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Fuzzy
01-25-2009, 12:47 PM
I have a 25+ year old campbell hausfeld 2hp compressor. It seems to be leaking some oil around the cylinder head. I am guessing that the head bolts need to be re-torqued but I don't have any idea about the spec. The compressor gets to 120 psi. The head has six bolts that are probably 9-10 inches long and 3/8 thick.

Does anyone have an idea how much torque to set ?

Thanks -- Fuzzy

swabby
01-25-2009, 12:59 PM
I have not worked on compressors however the torque on a 3/8 inch bolt should be 30-35 ft. pounds. The method of tighting should be from inside towards outside so the head lays down evenly . At 25 years old the gasket my have started to deteriate. Good luck. :)