LSX_AL

Hey guys, I've been ordering parts like a madman for my upcoming 98 s10 turbo lm7 build and just wanted to get the opinion of a few guys out here that have more experience in these matters than I do.

I've got a 120k-ish mile 5.3 that I'm going to be tearing down and refreshing with new rings and bearings and would like to know, at what point would buying ARP main studs be a good idea?

I'm about to order a set of head studs, main studs, rod bolts, and a harmonic balancer bolt but would like to hear what you all think before I pull the trigger.

P/N's: 234-6301, 234-4316, 234-5608, 234-2503

Head studs are a for sure thing but the rest, I'm not sure if I should get for a $200 takeout motor that I can get another if it goes south. The whole point of this build was to push a JY motor to its limit but if I can add a little bit of security by purchasing these fasteners and transfer them over to a new motor if this one blows, I'm all for it.

thanks for taking the time to read this.

cheers!

Burken01

iTrader: (88)

Yes buy it all, if its a turbo build and you plan to make some real power...

I have the same lm7 block and did ARP everything, ill reuse it on my next ls build in the future too. It's a good investment

3rdCoastPowerSports

iTrader: (5)

keep in mind if you use studs for the mains you need to align hone

LSX_AL

thats what i was thinking but i just wanted to hear it from someone else .
correct. i'll be align honing the rods and mains with the arp hardware installed.

thanks for the replies guys.

Burken01

iTrader: (88)

Yes that goes without saying