All A and A+ metros use the stronger studs and special bolts as standard.
Yards are full of them over here. Never broken one yet.
----- Original Message -----
From shelden <shelden3 at pldi.net>
To: <spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: 14 July 2001 20:40
Subject: head studs
> Ok since we have a good discussion on head studs going I'll add this to
the
> discussion. I bought new studs from VB well one broke at 30#'s, so I
> ordered another set from moss, well 2 stretched and the other snapped.
This
> happened last night, Friday 13th, I guess. So here is the question.
>
> Where do I get a good QUALITY stud (for my engine)?
>
> Is there anything that fits another car that I could possibly purchase at
my
> local auto store. I hate waiting a week each time they break.
>
> I torque them to 42#, and I'm using a quality torque wrench.
>
> Thanks again to all that answered my shock question a few days back as
well.
>
> Charlie
> '71 midget
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