torque specs???

[Mike Neal!]

well im going to replace my head gasket and i have arp head studs. i forgot what they are to be torqued to?

thanks,
mike

[CleanLX]

step 1. 55-65 ft lbs
step 2.65-72 ft lbs

[MadMatt]

Go to Turbomustangs and see what the guys are torquing your HG down to with studs.

Most go 10-15 ft lbs more on the top and bottom.

I used 9333s and went 3 steps until I was at 90 top and 80 bottom. I used arp bolts. The studs have more squeeze and require less torque than the bolts

[86convert]

well im going to replace my head gasket and i have arp head studs. i forgot what they are to be torqued to?

thanks,
mike

I did 75 on the lower and 80 on the top. Also check the washers with the arp's THE DISHED SIDE OF THE WASHER MUST FACE UP, for proper specs. Also I have heard from many people who race that the arp's need to be re-toruqed at least 3 times b4 they will sit properly.

[Mike Neal!]

thanks.

[MadMatt]