Had an epic experience changing the timing belt. The crank bolt finally gave in but it put up a fight. I see that ARP makes a replacement. Anyone ever use one? Or have a reason not to?

 

If the one u took out isnt rusty and the head is fine i see no advantage to change to ARP bolts. Probably no better than OEM.

 

^^ +2

As long as you torque it correctly, OEM will do just fine.

 

I was told by...who knows....that the issue was the washer would develop some corrosion and it was the true culprit. The ARP washer that comes with the $30.00! bolt is made from a material they say won't corrode.

I guess this would fall under the category of "Can't hurt but likely won't help".

 

don't bother.

 

Just anti seize the washer and threads when going back in. Always worked for me. I do like my ARP rod bolts and wheel studs tho