Head bolt sealant ?

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Jan 1, 2009 | 11:09 AM

Droshki

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Head bolt sealant ?

So my short block got here finally yesterday . I am about ready to bolt the heads on. I got a new set of ARP head bolts. However after reading the pack of bolt lubricant included with them, they recommend also using ARP "PTFE based thread sealant".

1. Do I use the assembly lube in addition to a thread sealant? How do I keep them from mixing/interfering with each other?

2. Should I wait until I can get this special ARP sealant, or can I just use something like permatex blue or black and be just as good?

Jan 1, 2009 | 11:18 AM

MotorHead

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Use Permatex 2 on the threads and use ARP assembly lube under the heads of the bolts where it makes contact with the washers

Jan 1, 2009 | 11:43 AM

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Ah-ha.....

Thank you.

Let's just file that under the "no question is too dumb to ask " category

Jan 1, 2009 | 12:01 PM

MotorHead

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Always ask when you are not sure

Others might use other thread sealant. Permatex 2 is a popular one to use because it seals real good, this is one area you do not want a leak

Jan 1, 2009 | 05:57 PM

gingerbreadman1977

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i use GM stud sealer in the tin . dip your bolt in like a knife in honey and install.

Jan 1, 2009 | 07:12 PM

Paul L

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Home Depot or a local plumbing store is your friend. There is nothing magical about teflon paste.

Jan 1, 2009 | 08:42 PM

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Trick Flow recommended Permatex Aviation Form-A-Gasket sealent liquid #80019 for their aluminum heads. I used it and liked it alot. Its great for just about any oil/antifreeze sealing applicaition.