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Should I Get New Cylinder Head Studs When I Replace The Head Gasket?

Discussion in 'Flat Fender Tech' started by RJ2A, Jul 26, 2020.

  1. Jul 26, 2020
    RJ2A

    RJ2A New Member

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    L134, CJ2A
    Assuming it comes apart OK.
    Thank you.
     
    RJ2A, Jul 26, 2020
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  2. Jul 27, 2020
    nickmil

    nickmil In mothballs.

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    Assuming they are in good shape it really isn’t necessary. The old ones can be reused if in good shape. Modern vehicles frequently use what are called “torque-to-yield fasteners” which must be replaced every time. Yours is not one of those.
     
    nickmil, Jul 27, 2020
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  3. Jul 27, 2020
    PeteL

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    Good practice to clean all threads, internal and external, so as to get accurate torque readings during re-assembly.

    Welcome.
     
    PeteL, Jul 27, 2020
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