Header studs vs bolts?
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I'll look into that. It's a tight fit, didn't think the tabs would fit.
Do you know if you used the 3/4, 1, or 1 1/4" bolts? They have listings for 3 lengths for the big block.
Do you know if you used the 3/4, 1, or 1 1/4" bolts? They have listings for 3 lengths for the big block.
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Studs, buy some grade 8 threaded rod from McMaster and make your own. Make the farthest forward and rear stud 1/2" longer for easy alignment.
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Studs are the best choice 9 times out of 10, more consistent clamping force and less stress on the bolt...studs aren't fighting with all the twist stress/thread friction of bolts.
With that said, I use bolts for headers because studs don't fit...
With that said, I use bolts for headers because studs don't fit...
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