Head Studs, sealing issues?

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Sep 3, 2011 | 07:05 PM

NorthernCrew454

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Head Studs, sealing issues?

Anyone have any sealing problems when using ARP head studs vs bolts? I have seen this before and looking for a definite answer

Sep 3, 2011 | 07:11 PM

Throttle

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All the time, you have to use those little tablets that you can get. AC Delco makes them.

Sep 3, 2011 | 07:22 PM

NorthernCrew454

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not quite sure what those are ^

Sep 4, 2011 | 09:51 AM

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take two and call in the morning. lol. ^^^ dont look at me,,, i dont know what hes talking about either. i used new headbolts. used the studs on the mains.

Sep 4, 2011 | 10:20 AM

Camaro 69

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I believe he's talking about the GM (#3634621) cooling system sealing "pellets" that the service manual recommends you put in because of the porosity of the aluminum engine parts, heads, etc.

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Sep 4, 2011 | 07:17 PM

Throttle

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Camaro 69

I believe he's talking about the GM (#3634621) cooling system sealing "pellets" that the service manual recommends you put in because of the porosity of the aluminum engine parts, heads, etc.

That's it!!!!!