Sutds or bolts?

[azcode3gn]

I have to replace my head gaskets. I was thinking about using head studs instead of head bolts. Is there any issue with installing the heads with studs while the block is in the car?

 

[azcode3gn]

I meant Studs.... Having a bad spelling day.

 

[smoke20]

If heater box is still in car you will need to place head on first and then screw heads studs in. next double washer the out side two under the rocker cover. ( TRUST ME ON LAST STEP)

 

[Slow91z]

If heater box is still in car you will need to place head on first and then screw heads studs in. next double washer the out side two under the rocker cover. ( TRUST ME ON LAST STEP)

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[smoke20]

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whats your question?

 

[Slow91z]

Why do you say that? I have never done that, no issues. I also don't know anyone else that has done that at least as far as I know.

 

[Phoneguy]

If heater box is still in car you will need to place head on first and then screw heads studs in. next double washer the out side two under the rocker cover. ( TRUST ME ON LAST STEP)

Why 2 washers?
If the studs are in the right holes you shouldnt need 2 washers on them. There are 3 different length studs in the ARP stud package.

Bryan

 

[smoke20]

Why 2 washers?
If the studs are in the right holes you shouldnt need 2 washers on them. There are 3 different length studs in the ARP stud package.

Bryan

Talk to jason at RJC he told me ARP does not have enough threads on outer bolts causing nut not to be TQ down correct

 

[azcode3gn]

My next question, What's the best way to clean the head bolt holes in the block? I appreciate the advice Smoke with installing the studs.

 

[smoke20]

My next question, What's the best way to clean the head bolt holes in the block? I appreciate the advice Smoke with installing the studs.

thread chaser or a tap is the best than a little brake clean. been threw this in spring now engine is at duttweiler