Loctite on header bolts
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From: Glendale, AZ
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Loctite on header bolts
Quick question. SLPs install kit didnt include lock washers. Should I loctite the header bolts?
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Originally posted by Momar
I would buy a set of stage 8 locking header bolts. They are awsome.
Ben
I would buy a set of stage 8 locking header bolts. They are awsome.
Ben
Much easier than trying to get a socket on there. AJ
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From: New Palestine, IN (Just East of Indy)
Car: '85 Z28
Engine: 305
Transmission: WC T5, 3.23 posi
The Stage 8 bolts are definitely worth it. You could probably use loctite, but I'm not sure if it would stay. Of course it could stay very well and you have a very difficult time getting the bolts off.
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From: Littleton, CO USA
Car: 82 Berlinetta/57 Bel Air
Engine: L92/LQ4 (both w/4" stroke)
Transmission: 4L80E/4L80E
Axle/Gears: 12B-3.73/9"-3.89
Forget the Locktite. It won't handle the heat.
The best-holding Locktite can't be loosened with hand tools, but can be with the addition of - you guessed it - heat.
The best-holding Locktite can't be loosened with hand tools, but can be with the addition of - you guessed it - heat.
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