torque settings with a triple layer head gasket

hi all I'm doing the 2l 8v conversion in my golf,I've looked on the guides but can't find the answer. i have purchased a triple layer head gasket do i torque it up as the manufacturer and autodata says or is there a new torque setting?

many thanks ian.

Triple Layer means that it has 3 layers to it as it is manufactured, and that it isn't a 3 stacked head gasket

I would use the recommended settings for the 2.0l engine the 1.8l is 60Nm +1/2 (180 degrees) turn, and they have to be NEW bolts, as Old Bolts have been stretched and will not hold correct tension.

60Nm is 43ft/lbs still with +1/2 (180 degrees) turn.
You can do this is 1/4 increments that is 90/bolt.

Go with the recommended torque values for the 2.0L then after 500km re-check for the correct values.
 

ok thankyou.