Torquing ARP head bolts...
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Do you think there is really any difference between the ARP assembly lube and the Permatex assembly lube?
The local speed shop and SDPC (where I just placed an order for some parts today) is out of the ARP lube.
Thoughts?
I dont really want to use the 30 weight oil as mentioned in the ARP directions.
The local speed shop and SDPC (where I just placed an order for some parts today) is out of the ARP lube.
Thoughts?
I dont really want to use the 30 weight oil as mentioned in the ARP directions.
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Originally Posted by mr2guru
Why not?
I'm wondering if there is really a difference between the assembly lubes....ARP, Permatex, Royal Purple, etc...
How much do I put on the threads??
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Just cover the threads. Assembly lube will give you a different torque than oil.
If you can't find assy lube, you can use oil, but you need to torque more.
Use the right torque spec for the lube/oil that you are using.
If you can't find assy lube, you can use oil, but you need to torque more.
Use the right torque spec for the lube/oil that you are using.
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Some lubes are different. For instance the new Compstar rods have a really thick lube and it is different then ARP lube. Just use oil under the washer, on top of the washer, and on the threads. Then torque to 80-85lbs