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Old May 1, 2006 | 10:36 PM
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i have just finished rebuilding my type r motor. Motor only has 60k on it and i was wondering if i can resuse the same head studs becuase i miled the head .010 lmk . If i use the headstuds again what should i use to seal the threads talking about lock tight,sealant, or anything like taht.
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Old May 2, 2006 | 11:34 AM
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Shouldn't reuse stock headstuds-- get some ARPs or AEBS.
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Old May 2, 2006 | 11:40 AM
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nope

and you come stock with headbolts.
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Old May 2, 2006 | 07:38 PM
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not answering my question. has anyone used there stock head bolts again and if so have u had any problems with them
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Old May 2, 2006 | 08:20 PM
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Ya you can, but if you have the money to buy the ARP's do so, but if your broke then reuse them, I suggest the ARP's
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Old May 2, 2006 | 10:26 PM
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Ive reused them 4 times with copper spray, never a problem...

I always put everything to the test!!!
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Old May 2, 2006 | 11:59 PM
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I've reused the bolts on my old B16 before, but i would still recommend new bolts.
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Old May 4, 2006 | 05:50 PM
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look to see if there streched before you reuse them i dont recomend it but you can but just buy arps
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