Replacing the head bolts is a good idea the question I think is where
do you get them. The thing I would take a good look at is the washer
that goes under the head bolt. I have seen some of these that were
pretty chewed up. I always worry that you could get a false torque
reading from these roughed up not flat washers. jim
Matthew Trebelhorn wrote:
>Is it a good idea to replace the head bolts when replacing the head gasket?
>
>On some engines, studs/bolts are replaced as a matter of course, due to
>stretch, fatigue, etc. On the other hand, the Alpine head bolts are pretty
>sturdy, and aren't torque very high...
>
>If they *should* be replaced, what size are they, and what is a good source?
>
>Many thanks,
>Matt
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