hYbRid_Eg6

iTrader: (2)

Ok I torque these head studs on my Gsr twice, when I pulled the head studs out I found the last threads to be stripped or something? Can I still use these again and what happen to them? These are the ends that go in the block.

DCFIVER

Most Honda head bolts are not torque to yield. Those should not be any different. Yes they can be reused. Run a chaser in both the holes and on the bolts.

Dc4LsTeG

iTrader: (7)

how tight are you tightning the studs into the block? they are only supposed to be hand tight

jmarshall098

You never know. Some people reuse them without any problem and at times some people have their gaskets blown immediately.Its better to get a new set.

hYbRid_Eg6

iTrader: (2)

I thought I did Hand tight, and torque them down 80ft lbs, but as soon as I torqued them down I had to take off the head again, so maybe it got tight when I retorqued them again for the second time?

mouab18c1

iTrader: (5)

Retap the threads in the block. I do this everytime I pull the head off. I have reused ARP studs more than once. Just make sure you apply assembly lube.

hYbRid_Eg6

iTrader: (2)

Where can I get a long enough tap to go down the block? You think fasteners sell them? What size would I need.

mouab18c1

iTrader: (5)

I'll go look at mine tomorrow. Don't know off the top of my head.

00_EKHatch

Don't waste your time buying new studs, just chase/clean the threads and make sure there is no debris in the holes. Always use a light coat of straight 30wt oil on the block side of the studs and run them down till they stop, do not tighten them. After that follow your tq sequence using the correct molly lube.

And for good measure please check/resurface the head before it goes back on. A lot more folks forget about that than you think.