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Old Oct 23, 2005 | 10:48 PM
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What kind of bolts are you guys using for your headers? I just got a set of pacesetters, should I just use the bolts that came with 'em? What are you guys runnin' for headers?
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I'd go with the WS6 hood.......it looks great!


Oh wait, wrong thread.
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I use Breslin split locks, got them from summit. Work really good, never loosen up
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i reused the stock ones
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Ha Ha redneck z, ya get the f'in hood done FINALLY?
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Ha Ha redneck z, ya get the f'in hood done FINALLY?
Yeah, just in time too. The honda was stolen from the parking lot at work on the day my car was finished.
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The stock header bolts are coated with an adhesive thread patch which permits thermal expansion and contraction of the manifold flange and maintains proper torque. They should not be reused.

You can get new stock bolts or stage 8 locking bolts.
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