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Old 08-05-2013, 10:25 AM
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Default Stock main Bolts/HP capability ???

Searched the site didn't find an answer ,, Building a 408ls,, What will new GM bolts hold ?? Are they torque to yield ??throw-aways like the head bolts? I bought the ARP studs for the heads, reading about the mains, saying to align bore if you use arp main studs,,WHY NOT WITH NEW gm??
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Arp main studs have a higher clamping force which will change your clearances slightly... If you plan to be above 600hp then arp main studs are good insurance, but a lot of builders don't recommend them till 800-900hp...

You will hear mixed reviews on it..
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I went GM on my 370 intended for a 300 hit...

With FI I'd go mains no matter... Motor or normal hits GM.



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