lt1 head studs or bolts?
lt1 head studs or bolts? do LE2 heads on a normally aspirated lt1 require head studs? or could i get new head bolts or even reuse my factory head bolts? as always any opinions or experience is appreciated.
You never want to re-use head bolts. Always get a new set.
However I would definitely recommend studs, as they are much easier to work with if you need to remove the heads again for whatever reason.
However I would definitely recommend studs, as they are much easier to work with if you need to remove the heads again for whatever reason.
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Sorry to hijack, or is this what is being asked. Will i be able to get the heads on with studs and the motor in the car with a/c and everything else? Has anyone done this? Whats your suggestion? Last time i did the heads i used arp bolt, but with the new motor i would like to use studs.
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studs are awesome, unless one gets bent out of line.. then whoa man, have fun... AGGRAVATING as hell. i recommend studs, but i dont re-use the nuts when i remove the heads. i always buy new nuts (some dont, but they dont seem to torque right if not)
