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xaircav · 03-07-2015, 10:46 AM

Make sure to use a tap to clean the head bolt threads in the block to get an accurate torque reading. I've reused the head bolts in my last three SBC builds with no problems.

03-07-2015, 10:46 AM	#5
xaircav Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Wheat Ridge, Colo. Posts: 300	Re: Final word on reusing head bolts..? Make sure to use a tap to clean the head bolt threads in the block to get an accurate torque reading. I've reused the head bolts in my last three SBC builds with no problems.