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Old May 6, 2009 | 08:38 PM
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Default Quick Question - replace head bolts or not?

Trying to get info on replacing head gaskets on a 1994 LT1 Camaro.

I found the cylinder head gasket kit from Thunder Racing so far..

Do I need to replace the cylinder head bolts or not?

And what type of sealant is needed on the bolts before they go back in? Found a GM part number, but it didn't describe exactly what it was.

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Old May 6, 2009 | 10:05 PM
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I would replace the bolts with some ARPs. Permatex hi-temp thread sealant is what I use. You can get it at most parts stores.
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Old May 6, 2009 | 10:08 PM
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If I have ARPs do I need to replace them next time the heads come off? Or thats only for factory bolts?
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Originally Posted by AChotrod
If I have ARPs do I need to replace them next time the heads come off? Or thats only for factory bolts?
The ARPs are good for numerous uses. Factory, non-TTY bolts would be questionable, but not necessarily unusable. I like to err on the side of caution for something that important.
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Old May 6, 2009 | 11:30 PM
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TTY bolts can NOT be reused.
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yes arp or bust
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Originally Posted by RamAir95TA
TTY bolts can NOT be reused.
Never said they could.
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Old May 7, 2009 | 09:26 AM
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Never said they could.
I never said you didn't say. Just wanted to clarify.
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Originally Posted by AChotrod
If I have ARPs do I need to replace them next time the heads come off? Or thats only for factory bolts?
I've had the same set of ARP head bolts for at least 5 years now. I think my top end has come off at least once a year and now they are on my 396. What's beautiful about them is they cost about the same as stock TTY bolts...
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ARP'S here too..
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