ChameleonBird

I am about to install my tea heads and I have a brand new set of stock gm head bolts, but I came across a buddy whom is willing to give me a used arp stud kit that was install once and then removed. Which will be a better fastener the new gm bolts or the once used arp stud kit?

Z06PSI

iTrader: (33)

Head studs.....

sandking

iTrader: (7)

I heard that the studs are only good for two installs/removals, if thats true, then you have the same life span for each.

ChameleonBird

but on the studs I should only be installing them and then leaving the actual stud in the block so that shouldnt be a problem right?

ChameleonBird

can anyone else back this up?

FANTAZ28

iTrader: (2)

if you are sprayin the car or have some sort of F.I. set up than there is nothing else like head studs, eather way the studs work alot better and they are reusuable...... go with the studs

ChameleonBird

i think I am gonna just grab up those studs from him, they are free so its not like I am out any money

2c5s

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Whoever said studs are 2 and dead is plain wrong, DO the studs.

ChameleonBird

thanks for the info.

BottleRocket

studs all the way, and definately cheaper in the long run, even if you did have to pay for them. plus the BEST part about them is that its 1000x easier to line up the heads. no more holding those ******* in place while trying to thread the bolts in

ChameleonBird

studs it is then guys thanks for all the help

ChameleonBird

what kind of lube do I need to coat the threads with before install and what are the torque specs from arp

vettenuts

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I think you can get the instructions from their web site. Make sure to follow them, as they also change the torque based on the lubrication if I remember correctly.

JoeyGC5

iTrader: (24)

You can get the "ARP" moly lube or use motor oil to install them. Be sure to follow the directions to a "t". Also might want to recheck the torque after a couple of heat cycles.