locking header bolts?
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locking header bolts?
Hey guys, I have a set of hooker shorty headers (don't think they're competition headers). I feel like every 20 hours of running I have to tighten the header bolts. I was wondering if you guys had a recommendation on locking header bolts.
I saw vibe-lock bolts but I have no idea how they'd work. Eventually I want to ditch the shorty headers and go with long tubes but that'll be once I get my money's worth out of these.
I saw stage 8 but they look pretty difficult to get to some of them. So basically something like the vibe locks but I have no clue how those would work.
Btw, I did search locking header bolts, however when I did (on my phone) it didn't produce any results, maybe the app is just wierd lol
I saw vibe-lock bolts but I have no idea how they'd work. Eventually I want to ditch the shorty headers and go with long tubes but that'll be once I get my money's worth out of these.
I saw stage 8 but they look pretty difficult to get to some of them. So basically something like the vibe locks but I have no clue how those would work.
Btw, I did search locking header bolts, however when I did (on my phone) it didn't produce any results, maybe the app is just wierd lol
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Re: locking header bolts?
I had 2 lock bolts on the same port come loose...with the locks properly on them.
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Re: locking header bolts?
I use the Mr. Gasket ones. They have a serrated flange that grabs into the gasket and I also am using a Percy's multi layer aluminum exhaust gasket. About 35-40 lbs. of torque is needed. Got them from Jegs
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Re: locking header bolts?
My lock bolts are ok. Its just 2 on the same port came loose some how, once.
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Re: locking header bolts?
If you want to replace them with a lock wire type of bolt, it's best to get lockwire pliers and practice on something prior. There's a little bit of an art to it. Did you check your threads in the bolt hole, is there any sign of the threads weakening?
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