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Old 04-17-2009   #6
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Default Re: Header install tips and tricks??

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Originally Posted by Jagdpanzer View Post
Be sure to clean the head bolt holes out very well so the new header bolts turn in as easy as possible. I used Stage 8 header bolts:

http://www.stage8.com/products_lhb.html

However, I did not feel it was necessary to install the locking tabs that came with the bolts. Summit has listing for a set of 32 bolts specifically for ZR-1:

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...8&autoview=sku

The small 12 point 8 mm head provided a little extra clearance in the harder to get at holes.
I have gaskets, bolts and oil Dipstick bracket from Jeff vette..

Which side is more of a PITA?
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