heat cycle headers procedure?

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May 12, 2005 | 10:53 PM

SSRZ28

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heat cycle headers procedure?

what is it?

get engien hot, let cool, then tighten bolts and repeat?

May 12, 2005 | 10:57 PM

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Yep, that will make sure none of the bolts backed out.

May 12, 2005 | 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by SSRZ28

what is it?

get engien hot, let cool, then tighten bolts and repeat?

LS1 cars dont realy need it. I have never had any back out on me yet. (knocks on wood)

That would all depend on what meterial the headers are made out of. Usually after you install a set, you wind up letting them heat frist to make sure they seal, then you check anyways.

Rick

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