Removing Screw In Stud

[ghackett1]

I have a Blueprint engine 355 and one of the screw in studs in the aluminum head broke off when unscrewing the nut so I could change the rocker arms. Engine has 800 miles on it. Question is is it ok to just unscrew the screw in stud and replace it? I don’t want to ruin a new head and not sure if thread locker was used or not. I did notify them but haven’t heard back yet.

[RustyPile]

Originally Posted by ghackett1

I have a Blueprint engine 355 and one of the screw in studs in the aluminum head broke off when unscrewing the nut so I could change the rocker arms. Engine has 800 miles on it. Question is is it ok to just unscrew the screw in stud and replace it? I don’t want to ruin a new head and not sure if thread locker was used or not. I did notify them but haven’t heard back yet.

Wait to hear back from Blueprint before you do anything. Any action that goes against their warranty could mean the loss of said warranty..

[ghackett1]

Originally Posted by RustyPile

Wait to hear back from Blueprint before you do anything. Any action that goes against their warranty could mean the loss of said warranty..

For sure. Thx

[ghackett1]

Update per Blueprint: Just unscrewed it. Came right out. They sent me a couple new screw in studs under warranty. They were very responsive.

[truckster]

That's good to hear. I've been on the board a long time. When people first started discussing Blueprint Engines, there were a lot of negative comments. Lately I've heard some pretty positive opinions. It's good to see a company that cares about its customers and reputation.

[LS short box]

Maybe a bit of thread sealant if the stud goes into the water jacket?

[ghackett1]

Originally Posted by LS short box

Maybe a bit of thread sealant if the stud goes into the water jacket?

Yes thread sealant was used. Thx

[ghackett1]

Originally Posted by truckster

That's good to hear. I've been on the board a long time. When people first started discussing Blueprint Engines, there were a lot of negative comments. Lately I've heard some pretty positive opinions. It's good to see a company that cares about its customers and reputation.

Agreed, I am very happy with the customer service.