Torque loss with a universal socket?

If it's an aluminum intake, be careful. They only require about 20 LB FT. That's "not much". I do agree with @Oldmanmopar though. I've never used a torque wrench either. Just start in the center and work your way to the outside as he described. I always use a standard length combination wrench so I don't over torque. And as he also said, come back after a heat cycle or two and re-check.
Same with the thermostat housing. Hell....all of them for that matter.