Re: STD 8 - Cyl Head Stud Installation

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2019/7/22 15:44:07

Gasket shellac or one of the Permatex gasket sealants (not silicone!) on the end that threads into the block. NOTHING on the threads for the nuts, it will interfere with obtaining the correct clamping force (torque), those threads need to be clean and dry.

If you are installing an aluminum head and want to do a favor to someone who will remove it in the future, you might want some grease or "Never Sieze" on the stud shank, but NONE on the threads.