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Old 07-18-2009, 05:06 PM
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going to be ordering parts to replace my head gaskets in sts turbo camaro. So far im ordering GM MLS gaskets and ARP head studs. Other than oil/spark plugs what else is needed? what other gaskets and where do you get the head bolt thread cleaner from. Also do you need any thread sealer for the head studs??
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going to be ordering parts to replace my head gaskets in sts turbo camaro. So far im ordering GM MLS gaskets and ARP head studs. Other than oil/spark plugs what else is needed? what other gaskets and where do you get the head bolt thread cleaner from. Also do you need any thread sealer for the head studs??
Coolant and compressed air to blow any water out of your headbolt holes in the block. No need to buy a thread cleaner...just use one of your old head bolts and grind the threads off of two sides and thread it in - that will act like a tap. No thread sealer needed either.


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