Hi Neil et al,
The only studs I replace with bolts on a B engine (dual carb) are the two studs
on either end of the exhaust manifold. These are the only two exhaust/intake
studs that go through holes in the manifold. When these are bolts instead of
studs, when removed, the head can be lifted straight up without removing the
exhaust manifold.
I wouldn't replace the head studs with bolts. There's no reason to. Like
Lawrie and Ed, I've never had a problem with weeping head gaskets and I've never
used the wire trick or even countersunk the head stud holes in the block. If
the head studs never get wet, they won't rust to the head or block. For the
studs that do have a tendency to rust, I spray them with penetrating oil at
least a day before I'll be removing them.
Good luck with your engine! I can't wait to hear how all of your modifications
work out. :-)
Denise Thorpe
Neil Cotty wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> A mech. friend brought up that he likes to use bolts instead of stud and nut
> combinations when building/rebuilding motors. The benefits according to him
> are that a) the bolts won't seize as readily as studs b) much easier to
> remove from the block over time c) makes it much easier to remove the head,
> esp. if corrosion is present - studs rusting to the head etc. Cons are
> harder to initally locate the head without the use of a couple of guide
> dowels etc - hardly seems a problem to me.
>
> Has anyone tried this on a B motor? Hmmm... Comments?
>
> Ciao,
> Neil.
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