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By andyifferts58 - 17 Years Ago
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Has anyone ever used stainless bolt kits for a 292 rebuild? Does that change any torque specs or any pros or cons to doing this?
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By paul2748 - 17 Years Ago
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Ive used the kits that are advertised on ebay. No problems with torque settings, but the only ones I really pay attention to is the intake manifold (no head bolts or other critical torque setting bolts are included in the kit I bought).
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By andyifferts58 - 17 Years Ago
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did you use the 217 piece or the 120 grade 8 kit
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By Johnson Rod - 17 Years Ago
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Remember to use an anti-seize compound on the threads of stainless fasteners...
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By PF Arcand - 17 Years Ago
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Johnson is alluding to the fact that stainless fasteners have a tendency to "gall" when really tightened up. Not to mention the extra cost involved in using them. I don't believe the Y-blk engine gurus normally use stainless for things like Head bolts, even for performance applications. Someone else may want to comment further on this.
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By pegleg - 17 Years Ago
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Johnson Rod is absolutely correct on the anti-seize statement. Also, be a little careful, some of the kits use a grade of SS that's not as strong as the original Ford Fastners! ALWAYS use Never-seize or equal with them.
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By andyifferts58 - 17 Years Ago
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hey thanks for the info
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