BB Head Bolts

[wheelhop]

I usually use a torque wrench

[elonblock]

Are you asking about what to use on the threads, or am I misunderstanding your question?

[mr.nova]

Yes you are correct.My fault, Sorry,I should have mentioned it that way. Like this --> What are you using on the head bolt threads ?

[elonblock]

My best experience has been using a thin coating of a blue permatex type of sealer on spotless, clean threads. This applies to old and new head bolts.

Also chase the threads in the block with a tap, to clean out any excess gunk which may have fallen from the disassembly process. Followed by a good blast from an air nozzle,for anything left in the bolt hole.

Follow the tightening sequence, and torque steps, and you are good to go!

[olredalert]

------Permatex No.2 (black looking) is what I have always used. It never hardens or sets like the Permatex blue stuff. I agree on the thread chasing, on both the bolts and the block. After chasing the bolts run em over a wire wheel to get any barbs off!!!........Bill S