Head Stud Choices?

maddenjr · #1 (**permalink**) 02-09-2012, 05:02 PM

Ok so im getting ready to order my head studs but what is the deal with so many choices?????? I was just on a few diff sites and whats everyone running? I see Elite has 3 diff choices and then good old ARP's . Does anyone know why they have so many diff ones on thier website?

**08stroker250** · #2 (**permalink**) 02-09-2012, 05:06 PM

Different tensile strength studs. Elite has 3 options from A1 Technologies. I would go with ARP studs. They are cheaper and do the job.

maddenjr · #3 (**permalink**) 02-09-2012, 05:21 PM

The tensile strength the only difference? I have a stock motor with just bolt ons and i do want to upgrade the turbo in the future with the elite one. I was told that the studs other then the arps are to much and will crush the stock gaskets

cbenn · #4 (**permalink**) 02-09-2012, 06:51 PM

I have the A1's installed but like Jeff stated ARP's will do the job for you and yes much cheaper.

**08stroker250** · #5 (**permalink**) 02-09-2012, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by maddenjr

The tensile strength the only difference? I have a stock motor with just bolt ons and i do want to upgrade the turbo in the future with the elite one. I was told that the studs other then the arps are to much and will crush the stock gaskets

Who told you that???

Go with ARP's to save money and get the job done. Be done with it.

dazdillenger · #6 (**permalink**) 02-09-2012, 08:04 PM

Any of the aftermarket stud options are more than sufficient for most power levels. Go with the ARP, very good reputation and perfect for your needs.

As for "crushing the stock gaskets", HOGWASH. We're talking MLS here, not cork. You'll pull the threads from the block before you crush the headgasket too far.

**DSTRBD** · #7 (**permalink**) 02-10-2012, 08:19 AM

ARP, done.

ARP Head Studs 6.4L Ford

maddenjr · #8 (**permalink**) 02-10-2012, 12:55 PM

Yea I have used all ARP stuff in my racecars so im just gonna use what i know work! Thanks guys!

BB's 250 · #9 (**permalink**) 02-11-2012, 06:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maddenjr

Yea I have used all ARP stuff in my racecars so im just gonna use what i know work! Thanks guys!

Are you going to attempt a cab on install, or are you having someone lift the cab and install them for you

smotrs · #10 (**permalink**) 02-11-2012, 09:54 AM

I'm surprised this thread and the other one in this forum,
Head Studs?

Haven't been merged. Allot of the same info that could benefit both OP's.

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