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May 10, 2007 | 11:32 AM

nvrstsfd23

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header bolts

are the ones that came with the pacesetter kit ok to use or better off using the stock ones.

May 10, 2007 | 11:34 AM

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when i installed my pacesetter lts, i used the bolts they sent with the headers. they work just fine. plus i stripped a head on one of my stock bolts, so i decided if i have to replace one, why not replace all of them.

May 10, 2007 | 04:03 PM

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Yeah, they're fine.

You can buy aftermarket if you want to switch to studs or get bolts with a locking mechanism, but for straight up bolts I'd say use the pacesetters or stick with stock if they're still in good shape.

May 10, 2007 | 07:17 PM

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The bolts from pacesetter are ok....thats what i used

May 10, 2007 | 10:51 PM

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I went with the stage 8 locking header bolts. No problems with them backing out.

May 11, 2007 | 06:16 AM

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Either will work fine, just dab a bit of never-seize on 'em and clean the factory loctite off if need be.

May 11, 2007 | 05:26 PM

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I would use the ones that came with the headers. If you reuse the stockers you have to put a couple washers in.

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May 12, 2007 | 09:41 AM

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My pacesetter bolts hold fine; but they were rusted in no time and look like crap on coated headers. I say go stainless!

May 16, 2007 | 09:48 AM

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Any one know if the bolts that come with kooks are stainless gettin rdy to install mine today?

May 16, 2007 | 01:01 PM

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Yes, I believe the bolts that come with Kooks are stainless, and I would also recommend re-using your stock gaskets. Good luck! And send me some pics of that polished exhaust installed when your done!!!