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Re: swapping head studs(bolts)
Posted by TERRY (more from TERRY) on Thu, 29 Sep 2005 12:28:20
In Reply to: Re: swapping head studs(bolts), nathanb, Thu, 29 Sep 2005 06:02:29
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Nathan,
As we discussed, retorque for now. If you are going with stage 5 and you have had prior seapage, you should change the headgasket and go with the studs from Nick, they are very inexpensive. (make sure that you get the ARP assembly lube.) However, I think it would be counter productive to swap them out now. The 'bad" bolts started mid 97' and are known to be found on NG900's. They are not as common on 9000's. Check to see if they have the small washer and that they are grey in color. Those are the suspect bolts, but they will be fine for quite a long time if you do a simple re-torque. Most of the guys in Sweden use the stock headbolts in +400hp cars with no problems. If you are going to replace the headgasket, I don't see why you shouldn't use the studs. If not, retorque and have fun. :o)
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