I want to replace the head gasket on my B16 w/242k miles. Should i reuse my studs if they are not stretched, get new OEM ($50) or get ARP studs ($130)?

My engine is stock and it will stay that way, i just want it to be reliable.

Thanks for any input.

 

dont waste money go stick with oem unless you going the performance route

 

Yeah only get teh arp head studs if you plan on boosting/performance

 

OEM ftw in this case...

No sense in spending money on ARP's when they are intended to be used for high performance.

 

At what hp level is it worth upgrading to arp?

 

any boost = upgrading to ARP imo..i mean if you changing head gasket, why the hell not? they can be reused, and they arent $130, $99 shipped. thast an extra $50 for somthing that is reuseable.

 

If its not too much to ask, where can I find that deal? all of the forum sponsors and ebay sells them for $130ish?

 

really???? $130?? damm, yeah ill hook you up in PM.

Edit: Sorry that sale must be over, the thread is completely gone. glad i got my 96-00 d series studs few weeks ago.


Modified by DecentCivicZ6 at 11:33 PM 7/15/2007