I bought new ARP studs when I built the last motor... Since then, the head has been off probably four times...

I'm building the engine for boost this winter... Should I invest in a new set of studs? I wouldn't think so, and I don't plan on running 30psi, but I don't want this thing blowing up.

Opinions?

 

Reuse them.

 

I figured as much... I mean, that's the whole reason I bought the ARP's... So I wouldn't have to replace them nearly as often...

 

I've had mine for over a year and reuse them over and over after every rebuild. I will probably replace them next season.

 

are they of the stretch type?

 

I would reuse them....that's if the threads are still clean looking.

 

When I tear the motor down, I'll post a pic...

 

some people will say you can only use them 1-2 times... others say you can reuse them a whole bunch of times...

Im on my 2nd use of mine, 320whp on a street tune last year.. and now just under 500whp... never had a problem with them..

 

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i was under the impression that ARP was designed not to stretch like OEM... they might alittle bit, but not much..

 

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i was under the impression that ARP was designed not to stretch like OEM... they might alittle bit, but not much..</TD></TR></TABLE>

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i was under the impression that ARP was designed not to stretch like OEM... they might alittle bit, but not much..</TD></TR></TABLE>

im pretty sure thats why people use them...because they dont stretch