🔩 High-Performance ARP 4001102 Head Stud & Bolt Review

I recently purchased head studs for my automotive engine build and after a lot of frustration, I would not recommend these. According to my experience, these studs don't thread in easily and if you're not careful they can become stripped. The only pro I could say was the material seemed strong. However, the cons outweighed this - causing unnecessary delays and anxiety during the installation process.

I bought these for my 351 Cleveland engine with headers. While these bolts were threaded properly, they needed to be 1/4 foot longer to make dealing with the manifold, gasket, and bolt a little easier in tight spaces. Due to the thickness of my manifold flange, I had to do without the washer that came with it to get the bolts in. The smaller hex head makes it easier to apply a wrench.

I looked up the part number in the ARP catalog for the head bolts I needed for my big block Chevy. . I was a bit concerned when I found the part number for these screws on Revain and saw a picture and description that said head studs and screws. So I went back to the catalog and looked. Then he checked again. In the end I decided to just order them. These are of course stainless steel screws. I posted a product review a few months ago but the description is still wrong so whatever. I pretty…