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Old Apr 9, 2006 | 06:36 PM
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i know this is a stupid question but when u install headers do u have to tinen the bolts everytime u get out of your car for the first week or 2?
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Old Apr 9, 2006 | 06:40 PM
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I never did
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Old Apr 9, 2006 | 06:48 PM
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You torque them to spec and leave them alone.
And I wouldn't advise working on headers after you get out of the car.

Try the external engine forum for stuff like this.
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Old Apr 9, 2006 | 08:51 PM
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sometimes with some header bolts you should go over them after a few miles. sometimes they will back out some.
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Old Apr 10, 2006 | 02:21 AM
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Use Stage 8 and forget about it.
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