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Old Jun 6, 2009 | 09:59 PM
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I got these ARP motor mounting bolts and they come with flat washers but no lock washers. Both the bolts to the block and the big bolts to the frame. Is that correct that they don't have lock washers? If so, how do they keep from loosening up? You would think you need lock washers.

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Lockwashers only on the small bolts. Flatwashers only with locking nut on long bolt.
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Originally Posted by DWncchs
Lockwashers only on the small bolts. Flatwashers only with locking nut on long bolt.
If I put lock washers under the small bolts their wont be enough thread engagement or clearance.
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I had ARP bolts and washers for my new engine mounts. I used Loctite on these screws and torqued to Energy Suspension spec. On the long bolt between mount and frame I will use lock washer and nylock nut.

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