Block Question

[Dan93SVT]

I just purchased a Boss 302 block and saw that there was an ARP main stud kit for $130, is this a worthwhile upgrade and what is involved with installation

 

[rbohm]

ARP bolts and studs are always a good upgrade. installation is rather easy, just screw the studs in place finger tight. do not torque them down as you will cause problems later on. once you are ready to install the main caps, you torque the nuts down after coating the threads and washer with either engine oil or ARPs thread lube.

 

[Dan93SVT]

Thanks for the reply i think I'm just gonna get them and the cam bearings at once

 

[jAEded]

I have the stud kit and I think it was worth it. & the water pump & intake & cyl heads

 

[Dan93SVT]

Is there a specific head gasket that must be used with the boss block

 

[rbohm]

Is there a specific head gasket that must be used with the boss block

nope. just use a good replacement head gasket. i like felpro permatorques myself.

 

[84Ttop]

Is there a specific head gasket that must be used with the boss block

What is the application? N/A or forced induction/nitrous? HP goals etc