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Old 02-02-2018, 05:08 AM   #1
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header install

locktite or antiseize on bolts ? dissimilar metals,galling? bunged up threads? will be using plug tap for careful cleaning blow out with air thanks ahead. the oldman......
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Old 02-02-2018, 07:07 AM   #2
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I used a tiny bit of antiseize on mine. Checked after a few drives and they were all torqued down fine.

Came out nice and easy when I unbolted them to remove heads a couple weeks ago!
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Old 02-03-2018, 08:01 AM   #3
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that's what I thought, I just installed bare with no thread chase slipped right in . will retorque later after a few heat cycles to see if the old factory goo bonded to the new bolts. if loose i'll go from there.
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Old 02-03-2018, 10:52 AM   #4
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You should be gold. I used a little antiseize because of the aluminum block.
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