i would.If I do the helicoil do I need to get a stud to be safe?
The blockDid the bolt strip or the block ?
I have had this motor in there for 8 years. Had ARP bolts thought they were good.I've done plenty of hg in the car. Why wouldn't you go to studs. The newer ones have an Allen head so you can get them in and out in the car. It's a beautiful thing.
Sounds like that is what I need. I have had this engine for 8 years. Having problems with the head gaskets seeping water. Had the receiver grooves cut in the GN1s. Apparently the grooves were not lining up. When I removed the head the gasket was mashed between cylinders.I've done plenty of hg in the car. Why wouldn't you go to studs. The newer ones have an Allen head so you can get them in and out in the car. It's a beautiful thing.
Thanks for the info.I have had this motor in there for 8 years. Had ARP bolts thought they were good.
Sounds like that is what I need. I have had this engine for 8 years. Having problems with the head gaskets seeping water. Had the receiver grooves cut in the GN1s. Apparently the grooves were not lining up. When I removed the head the gasket was mashed between cylinders.
Might order studs to be safe. Looks like I am pulling the engine!I had one block in the late 90's that I had replaced head gaskets on at least 10 times. Never had a problem with fasteners and I used bolts. I'd do a pull test on all the threads. Use a calibrated torque wrench. The magnetic base drill works like a champ for drilling and tapping the deck. Make sure you are getting the proper engagement with your fasteners before you attempt re-using them.
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