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buelldude · 12-30-2010, 06:15 PM

what are you using for header bolts. I know back in the day when I had just the old black jack headers I could never keep them in (tight).

Sack Rat 2SS · 12-30-2010, 06:17 PM

Every build I have seen here in DFW area use the factory bolts and factory gaskets.

McBeevee · 12-30-2010, 07:12 PM

Yup, stock bolts and new GM gaskets here.

BowlingSS · 12-30-2010, 07:16 PM

I used Stage 8 on my last header install and after many years I never had one come loose.

Bill

buelldude · 12-30-2010, 07:18 PM

thanks, was wondering if the factory ones would work. great!!!

*GTAHVIT* · 12-30-2010, 07:19 PM

Used the factory bolts on mine and PQs.

he did have to retighten his a couple times but they've been good for a while now.

Camaro_Custom_Painted · 12-30-2010, 07:33 PM

Factory here too, never a problem.

Ivan @ Southwest Speed · 12-30-2010, 10:04 PM

Factory on the gasket for sure.

Supplied Grade 10.5 Hardware on the Headers.....

Ivan

*mlee* · 12-30-2010, 10:11 PM

Used factory bolts and gasket also but I'm like the OP... I sort of feel like I might need to check the torque too,,, like with my aluminum coated Blackjacks back in the day...

I'm guessing they stay tight these days...

ICEMAN 316 · 12-30-2010, 11:15 PM

Dumb question but should I use Locktight on the header bolts or just torquing it is good?

Ivan @ Southwest Speed · 12-30-2010, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ICEMAN 316

Dumb question but should I use Locktight on the header bolts or just torquing it is good?

Red Loctite is absolutely the best insurance and peace of mind.

At a min, check em after about 2/3 weeks. Always a nice PM measure to look at em when gassing up and checkin oil.

Best of luck all
Ivan

12-30-2010, 06:15 PM	#1
buelldude car enthusiasts Drives: 2012 2SS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: virginia Posts: 708 View My Garage	header bolts what are you using for header bolts. I know back in the day when I had just the old black jack headers I could never keep them in (tight). __________________

12-30-2010, 06:17 PM	#2
Sack Rat 2SS Drives: Silver SS/RS, Man 6 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: DFW area, Texas Posts: 884	Every build I have seen here in DFW area use the factory bolts and factory gaskets. __________________ Silver 2SS/RS Man/6 CTS-V front 6-Piston Calipers, GM 3.91 Rear Gears

12-30-2010, 07:12 PM	#3
McBeevee 220/221 whatever it takes Drives: See sig.... Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Lafayette In Posts: 1,132	Yup, stock bolts and new GM gaskets here. __________________ Brent 2022 BMW X5 M50i 2022 Ram TRX 2021 GT500 CFHP 2016 Challenger Hellcat A8 1058whp/898wtq 1970 Chevelle SS396 4spd

12-30-2010, 07:18 PM	#5
buelldude car enthusiasts Drives: 2012 2SS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: virginia Posts: 708 View My Garage	thanks, was wondering if the factory ones would work. great!!! __________________

12-30-2010, 07:19 PM	#6
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,441 View My Garage	Used the factory bolts on mine and PQs. he did have to retighten his a couple times but they've been good for a while now. __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

12-30-2010, 07:16 PM	#4
BowlingSS Camaro Owner Since 1987 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS L99 RJT Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Lawrenceville, GA Posts: 2,185	I used Stage 8 on my last header install and after many years I never had one come loose. Bill

12-30-2010, 07:33 PM	#7
Camaro_Custom_Painted Choke on that causality! Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Minnesota Posts: 645	Factory here too, never a problem. __________________ Edelbrock EForce - Stainless Works Headers - BMR Sways & Arms & Toe Links & Control Arm Bushings & End Links - Rotofab CAI - Assorted Interior, Exterior, Underhood Bling - Red Jewel Stripes & Full Body Clear - Lexani LX15 Wheels - JRE Fuel Rail Upgrade - Kenne Bell BAP - Heartthrob XPipe - Elite Catch Can - Pedders Cradle & Front Arm Bushings - Hotchkis Strut Brace - MSD Wires - Carbotech Brakes - DSS 1000HP Axles & Driveshaft - Mickey Thompson Tires - Halo Harness - AutoMeter A/F, Boost, Fuel Pressure Gauges - Whats Next?

12-30-2010, 10:04 PM	#8
Ivan @ Southwest Speed Drives: '15 Z06, '01 NBM SS, '97 SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rio Rancho, NM Posts: 12,161	Factory on the gasket for sure. Supplied Grade 10.5 Hardware on the Headers..... Ivan

12-30-2010, 10:11 PM	#9
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,994 View My Garage	Used factory bolts and gasket also but I'm like the OP... I sort of feel like I might need to check the torque too,,, like with my aluminum coated Blackjacks back in the day... I'm guessing they stay tight these days... __________________

12-30-2010, 11:15 PM	#10
ICEMAN 316 Drives: FAST Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 299	Dumb question but should I use Locktight on the header bolts or just torquing it is good?

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