400 hp LS1 build, Stock head bolts?
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400 hp LS1 build, Stock head bolts?
Im putting together an LS1 planning to make around 400 to the ground and was wondering if using new GM head bolts is a waste of time...I dont want to stud it, but I am definately considering ARP head bolts. Just curious as to whether or not stock head bolts are worth using, or should I just go ahead and purchase the ARPs.
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Sweet! Thanks guys, experience is the best reference...My heads are stock just worked a little, and I dont plan on doing any big mods for a while.. Its going in a 90 240sx, so 400whp should be plenty and gonna take some time to get used to for me... I got the worked heads, MS3, bbk 80mm TB, stock C5 non EGR intake, and custom 1 7/8 long tubes for the application...Oh yea and a Melling high flow/volume oil pump (had oil pump issues with my last project and will never overlook that again). Looks like ill be calling the Chevy dealership this week...
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Hi,
i would agree on using new bolts due to stretching when torqued. I would like to see you spend that little extra $$$$$$$$ for new arp bolts and have peace of mind. Anything mechanical can fail and will fail at some point. Exercising due caution and proper build procedures is a must.never sacrifice quality for a few $$$$$$$. Best of luck with your project and have a blessed weekend..captain jim
i would agree on using new bolts due to stretching when torqued. I would like to see you spend that little extra $$$$$$$$ for new arp bolts and have peace of mind. Anything mechanical can fail and will fail at some point. Exercising due caution and proper build procedures is a must.never sacrifice quality for a few $$$$$$$. Best of luck with your project and have a blessed weekend..captain jim