Can you reuse new head bolts?
Can I reuse head bolts? A head bolt should not be reused if the threads are galled or badly damaged. Chasing damaged head bolt threads with a die will clean up the threads but also remove material (metal) and undermine the head bolt’s ability to torque down and hold to specs.
What’s the best way to reuse a head bolt?
Tips for Reusing Head Bolts: 1 Clean the bolts 2 Inspect them for damages 3 Soak in oil 4 Clean the thread holes 5 Use a torque wrench 6 Stay away from bolt adhesives
How to reuse a WG wrench for head bolts?
1 Clean the bolts 2 Inspect them for damages 3 Soak in oil 4 Clean the thread holes 5 Use a torque wrench 6 Stay away from bolt adhesives
Do you have to reuse torque to yield head bolts?
For regular head bolts, make sure all of the head bolts are in good condition; free from nicks, corrosion and are not stretched. Never reuse torque to yield (TTY) head bolts because, if you do it’s not unusual for them to break. If that happens you need to drill out what’s left of the bolt. Even worse you may have to repair the threads in the hole.
When to inspect and never reuse head bolts?
Always Inspect all head bolts to make sure they are in perfect condition. Dirty or damaged threads can give false torque readings; as well as decrease a bolt clamping force by as much as 50%!
Can You reuse head bolts on an engine?
Tips for Reusing Head Bolts. Reusing head bolts on your engine is not usually recommended by dealerships and car manufacturers. However, when you change your head gasket, or do other mechanical work to the head assembly, you can reuse your head bolts if they are in good condition and you follow a few tips.
When to retighten head bolts after a gasket change?
Odds are retightening the bolts would have stopped the problem but the policy was to replace the head gasket, torque the head bolts, and then recheck them in a 1000 miles. I never saw anyone laughing at Nissan Motor Company over that recommendation.
Always Inspect all head bolts to make sure they are in perfect condition. Dirty or damaged threads can give false torque readings; as well as decrease a bolt clamping force by as much as 50%!
1 Clean the bolts 2 Inspect them for damages 3 Soak in oil 4 Clean the thread holes 5 Use a torque wrench 6 Stay away from bolt adhesives