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May 17, 2010 | 07:37 PM

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From: Pearl City, Hawaii

Headbolt Thread Sealer

I got some ARP bolts and the store didn't carry the ARP Thread sealer, so can I use Permatex Hardening or Non-hardening sealer instead?

May 17, 2010 | 07:38 PM

RamAir95TA

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From: South Jersey

Thread sealant is what you want. I've used the Permatex and the ARP with good results.

May 17, 2010 | 07:58 PM

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You need a sealant, not a lube. Something nice and sticky. The ARP thread sealer has teflon in it which is a lubricant.
Go with this:

May 17, 2010 | 09:09 PM

robsquikz28

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From: Chicago/Crown point

those above will work and you can even use aircraft sealer

May 18, 2010 | 11:49 AM