stock head bolts. 2jzge

TooGoode

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ok guys so here is my question. i just ordered my 2jzgte head gasket and was wondering if i could use my oem head bolts. my hp goal is 500whp at least. and if so, do i just torque to oem specs or is there a new torque spec like the 7m's? thanks
 

tissimo

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Apr 5, 2005
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2j bolts are stretch bolts. I think there are specs in the TSRM about reusing them, but ARP headstud set is cheap and peace of mind.
 

Satan

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Mar 31, 2005
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ARP... I did get an inexpensive set of OEM-replacement headbolts for a GE I'm rebuilding. Got 'em from a trusted seller on Ebay. However, I was rebuilding to stock specs, not high HP.

I think to replace them w/stock Toyota ones would be as much as buying the ARPs, so it'd be silly not to go with the ARPs anyways.