Mitch wrote:
> Leaking cyl base gaskets at 30K so I brought home a set of the good
> James type and went to work. Damned if one stud on the rear and two on
> the front didn't come out with the head bolts. Anyways, I cleaned both
> threads good with MEK and used some Loctite 292 to set them back in the
> proper height (5.76-5.77"). I thought they were supposed to be tight
> fit. Hell, the manual even sez to drive them in with an impact wrench
> so the studs don't get bent wrenching them in. Why would they be so
> loose?
Something about the changes in tension on the threads eventually wears them
down and
makes for a loose fit in the case. If at all possible, I will upgrade the
studs to the
latest greatest style with the shoulder that rests against the case, that
locks it in place better.
Upgrade your head bolts as necessary as well.
HogDr
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