torquing intake bolts

Kern Dog said

I have never torqued intake manifold bolts.
I am not an engine builder but I have assembled several. I do tighten the bolts in the proper sequence but as far as attaching a torque wrench??

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You beat me to it. I am 72, and I have probably installed at least 50 intake manifolds. I have never torqued one. Using a normal length 3/8" ratchet, I pull on it and when it feels about right I'm done. I DO use a correct pattern. I bet I am within a few pound of the recommended torque. I have NEVER had a problem.
BTW, when I build an engine, and do other critical things, I do use a torque wrench.