Can I reuse my intake manifold bolts?

Can I reuse my intake manifold bolts?

You can absolutely reuse them regardless, and ARP specifically you can virtually always reuse. I tend to toss torqued fastners at overhaul – but not for an intake swap.

Should you use Loctite on intake manifold bolts?

It’s specified because it’s required so I suggest you use blue Loctite (medium strength / removable) to secure the bolts. Red Loctite (high-strength / permanent) is not desireable there and often requres heat to release / remove the fastener. I always use blue Loctite when bolting the manifold down with great results.

Should I replace intake manifold bolts?

New intake manifold bolts are recommended. But if you must reuse the old bolts, make sure the threads are clean and undamaged.

Can Felpro intake gaskets be reused?

Never. The last guy that did that is still serving his 6-8 yrs in Folsum. You shouldn’t be able to remove a gasket anyway if it was “glued” correctly.

Should I use anti seize on intake manifold bolts?

If you are reusing exhaust manifold bolts (which we don’t recommend), apply a metal fortified anti-seize to your manifold bolts.

Do you put threadlocker on head bolts?

Should I use threadlocker on head studs and bolts? NO. Ok, maybe that was a bit harsh, but you should never use thread locker on head bolts.

Do you put gasket sealer on intake manifold?

To ensure these technologies work in the way they were designed to, these intake manifold gaskets must be installed on a clean, dry surface with no additional sealants used.

Can I reuse my intake plenum gasket?

The plenum gasket can be re-used….but like my engine builder pointed out….if the motor has high milage, then the gasket has gone through TONS of heat cycles and may not seal properly. If it has fairly low mileage, then I’d say you’d be ok.

Should you replace intake manifold gasket?

As your vehicle gets older, your intake manifold gaskets can start to wear down. When this happens, they can leak and mess with the air-fuel ratio of the engine. As a result, the engine can have problems, such as stalling, misfires, lower fuel efficiency, and reduced acceleration and power.

Is anti-seize high temp?

Loctite LB 8036 White Hi-Temp Anti-Seize is a general-purpose non-metallic formulation that protects against high-temperature seizing and galling of mated parts. Can also be used on various metals such as copper, brass, cast iron, steel and all alloys including stainless steel.