soundhd
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Have to replace my exhaust manifold gaskets. Found out the holes go into the water jackets, currently have bolts instead of studs so bought a stud kit. Have also found out have to use a sealant when installing the studs but have another installation question.
1. The "kit" came with 4 extra long "nuts". Three are very long and one is a bit shorter. Which locations are they used in?
2. No washers come with the "kit" so no washers are needed?
3. Have never installed studs before, know to run a thread tap through each location first but how do you exactly install a stud?
4.Think maybe you put one of the nuts on each and use them with a socket when tightening the studs but thought I would ask first?
5. Is there a torgue setting for the studs themselves?
6. How long after the installation of the studs should I wait before I install the manifolds or can I install them right away?
7. How long before I can start the engine after the installation? Assume there is a drying period for the stud sealant (using Loc Tite Gasket Sellac)?
Sorry for all the questions, just want to do the job right the first time.
thanks ( a stud "newbie")
1. The "kit" came with 4 extra long "nuts". Three are very long and one is a bit shorter. Which locations are they used in?
2. No washers come with the "kit" so no washers are needed?
3. Have never installed studs before, know to run a thread tap through each location first but how do you exactly install a stud?
4.Think maybe you put one of the nuts on each and use them with a socket when tightening the studs but thought I would ask first?
5. Is there a torgue setting for the studs themselves?
6. How long after the installation of the studs should I wait before I install the manifolds or can I install them right away?
7. How long before I can start the engine after the installation? Assume there is a drying period for the stud sealant (using Loc Tite Gasket Sellac)?
Sorry for all the questions, just want to do the job right the first time.
thanks ( a stud "newbie")