I would ONLY use ARP's! You just can't do any better, and,,, they are reusable. You should always use ARP moly thread lube with them, (which is usually included in the package), and torque them to the specs suggested with whatever head gasket you choose to use. You should pay close attention to the torque sequence and follow the MFR suggested pattern. Fel-Pro is good about providing that info with their gaskets for particular apps.
Torque in at least three stages, ie, if it calls for 85 lbs of tq, then pull them each down to 30, 60, then 85. Four stages is even better, but people tend to be a bit lazy and have a hard enough time with the discipline to go three steps.
I cannot stress enough how important proper torquing is, with immaculately clean surfaces and bolt holes, and use of the proper thread lubricant. Torque will be much less accurate if you only use something like motor oil or the likes as your thread lube.
Do it right the first time, and you won't be doing it again, and again, and....
Also, the majority of any pro engine builders will tell you to retorque them after a heat cycle has been run, or before you go try to load the cylinders up with max boost levels. This is a pain in the butt, yet it is some of the best spent time you can apply when trying to prevent future hg failure. I cannot stress it enough!
