By angle...
This is the chart that Steve refers to...
I am sure it is for new gaskets only... after all, a crush gasket is crushed during it's first (and only) use... 
Note that there is also a correct orientation of the gasket.
Table 72-00-11.5 • Crush Type Gasket Tightening Angles
Description of Limit...........................Angle (approx.)
Oil Suction Screen Gasket ....................... 135º
Pressure Relief Valve Gasket.......................90º
Oil Cooler Bypass Plug Gasket....................135º
NOTE: Install Crush Gasket with seam toward aluminum case. Tighten thread until cap or valve body contacts gasket. Turn additional angle shown above. Lock wire in place.
gil A
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Last edited by az_gila : 10-01-2007 at 09:51 AM.
Reason: spelling
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