just replaced my'zorst :) when to check the bolts ?

[Enceladus]

i have just replaced my standard downpipes for s/s ones and end can for a scorpion
whilst having a brew afterwards, i realised that i ought to check the tightness of the downpipe bolts on the engine after it has been running for a bit.
what would you do ?
go for a quick ride (10-15 mins) then let it cool down and check ?
thanks
p.s. if you have done this yourself how did you get at the 1st bolt for the 2nd cylinder on the right if looking from the front ?
was a right sod to get at!

[darrsi]

Last time i changed the gaskets on my headers i checked the bolts every couple of days for a few weeks as they seemed to slacken off for some reason before eventually settling down, i'd imagine it's a hot and cold thing.


Can't say i had any problems with the bolts, just used an extension bar and all was good, just make sure they're all torqued equally.

[Enceladus]

thanks
can't see the recommended torque settings for these bolts.
any idea what they are

[darrsi]

Torque settings
Downpipe assembly
Nuts 10 Nm
Rear bolt 20 Nm

[Enceladus]

thanks
must be going blind!
couldn't see it for looking!