I spent all night swapping blocks in my car. I bought the b18c1 block used with srp 9:5:1, eagles, and block guard. After we get it all in I have 1 problem. When we spray carb cleaner on the front passanger side on the block its sucking in into the combustion chamber and almost dying. Could the block be warped that bad? I'm using arp head studs, should I tighten them more that 82ft/lbs with oil? What else could be my problem. Its also is going threw water like a blow head gasket but the gasket is brand new. Please any help. I'm gonna go sleep for 3-4 hours and go tear it down.

 

anyone?

 

you wonder why he sold the block now dont ya......

 

has anyone ever had this problem using arp head studs?

 

You sure you installed the head gasket the right way?

 

we have had this problem many times with studs. give it a shot with honda bolts and honda gasket. never go beyond factory tq specs.

 

Was I not susposed to tightnen the stud past the factory tq spec. Does anyone know off hand what the factory tq spec is?

Thanks

 

you should invest in a Helm's manual

 

I have 1 but I let my buddy borrow it for putting his block together and I figured someone on here would know it off hand. Thanks for your help.

 

damn i should get one too.since im installing myself...and another good point not to torque more than fac. specs...damn i think my install is gonna go perfect! keep bringing the info....

did u check the cylinder walls and everything before the install???

 

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