do i have to new head bolts?
04-28-2011, 03:49 AM
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Car: 91 formula
Engine: 350 tpi
Transmission: auto
Axle/Gears: poss
do i have to new head bolts?
well hoping all i have is blown head gasket .changing them this weekend do i have to buy new head bolts?
04-28-2011, 09:43 AM
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Car: 1984 Z28 Hardtop
Engine: 383 Carb
Transmission: 4L60
Axle/Gears: 3.54 Dana 44
Re: do i have to new head bolts?
Not unless there's something wrong with yours.
04-28-2011, 04:25 PM
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Car: '90 Formula 350
Engine: 383 SBC
Transmission: ProBuilt S/S 700-R4 & ACT 9" Stall
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt 3.23
Re: do i have to new head bolts?
I believe it's usually recommended to replace them after they are removed due to the bolts strenching once torqued. I have always bought a new set. Now if they are ARP feel free to reuse them to your hearts content those high tensile bolts don't stretch.
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