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*67Fleetsidedream* · 02-05-2004, 03:15 PM

I have reused them many times. It is recommended that the threads going in to the block and the threads on the bolts be very clean prior to putting sealant of some type on them. Run a tap through the holes to get the old sealant out.

02-05-2004, 03:15 PM	#15
67Fleetsidedream Wiseass secured himself a BAN Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: MOON!!! Posts: 2,282	I have reused them many times. It is recommended that the threads going in to the block and the threads on the bolts be very clean prior to putting sealant of some type on them. Run a tap through the holes to get the old sealant out.