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Jul 11, 2020 | 08:27 AM

Bubba68CS

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Header bolts or studs

For those running big blocks with headers in A-bodies (specifically 68-72), do you run bolts or studs for your headers? Mostly curious on whether one is easier/harder for installing/removing the headers.

Jul 11, 2020 | 08:36 AM

BackInTheGame

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I run bolts. Due to the limited space available, studs would require more "wiggle room" to R&R the headers.

Jul 11, 2020 | 09:10 AM

joe_padavano

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I typically use bolts but on the set of headers I use with my run stand, it's impossible to get a bolt into one hole due to the bend in the primary tube, so I use a stud there.