Header Studs

[DoubleZero]

My header studs keep backing out of the block.  Then, the exhaust gasket blows.  Changing that at the track with the engine hot is not something I want  to do again.  Luckily, I have not stripped any threads yet.  Any advise on how much to torque the studs with the engine cold?  Also, do you use loctite or something on the threads?  Thanks.

[justfreaky]

Nobody wants to answer? I would use the Red Locktite. My best guess.

Steve

[DoubleZero]

Appreciate the help.  They held the race at Anderson, SC last week.   Ended up pitted next to ZFORCE!   We had 22 legends cars on the track for the race!

[justfreaky]

Cool!
Post your results in the "How you doing" thread.

Steve

[VMS Motorsports]

Never had that problem before, sorry

[DoubleZero]

To close this one out.  My issue is resolved.  The original header pipes ended up being a mess.....flanges not straight where the pipes meet the head.     I purchased nice Borla pipes, torque them periodically to 100 inch pounds, and don't have issues any more.    Thanks.   

[justfreaky]

Thank you for the update.

Steve