My build is going to be tight, and I hate to make mistakes I can avoid. What is your experience and advice for me??:bowdown:
high temp locktight and lock washers on mine
Stage 8 locking fasterns.
Stage 8 fasterns work realy well.
Have them on the wifes car and will be getting them for mine.
Depends on which headers you have. If the that bolts to the head is one piece (i.e. not MAC) and is at least 3/8" thick then I would not worry about it. I have the BBK equal length on my Coupe and have had the same set of header gaskets on it for over three years with no leaks. You just have to remember to install the new gaskets and then bring the engine up to operating temperature. Once it reaches temp shut the motor down and let it cool to the point you can retorque the header bolts. I do this twice and with good headers do not have a problem. If clearances are tight and you are most likely going to burn yourself then I would go with the Stage 8 fasteners. I have heard nothing but great things about the Stage 8 bolts but I just take my time and save a few $$. I do not have any of the outdated smog equipment on the passenger side of the engine bay so it makes it much easier to work on. With a good tune and three stage cats its amazing how a car will pass a sniffer test.
Darren
I've got BBK shorties (flipped). I've had good luck with headers on my 4 cylinder cars by just re-torquing, but I won't be able to reach the bolts on this car after I get everything done.
Thanks for the help!
I have the single (thick) BBK's,and I only use header bolts and lock washers. No issues.
Mine also have about a 3/8" , and they gave me bolts and lock washers with it. I haven't put them on yet, but if that's what they packaged with them. I'm guessing it should be enough for that type of header.
I guess I was overkill. I had thick d BBK's and used Stage 8 locking bolts.......... Never had a problem. LOL
I have decided I'd be cranky if I didn't go with overkill on this. Stage 8 locking fasteners it is. I have some Speed Points to cash in, so it won't be too bad for the extra insurance.
Thanks for all your input on this. It's nice to talk stuff like this over before making a decision.