<VV> Cylinder head torque

[James Davis]

If you believe the ARP literature, it is impossible to get a accurate 
torque reading (desired bolt preload) on dry threads.  On their site they 
give the percentage reduction for most common thread lubricants. 
<http://www.arp-bolts.com/pages/tech/images/fasttorq.pdf>
Jim Davis



At 12:30 PM 9/6/2004, UltraMonzaWest@aol.com wrote:
>  pottsf@msn.com writes:
>
> > I don't use anti-seize on the threads that
> > hold down the head.
> >
> > Joe Potts
> >
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>
>Interesting...I always use Anti sieze  or at least oil...on a "Clamping
>torque"
>
>Matt..never pulled a stud...
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