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Old 02-20-2021, 12:57 PM   #7
elgyqc
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Originally Posted by ike84 View Post
... Do yourself a favor - when you replace them, don't use standard hardware. Go with SS studs (tightened with hex key for your toque wrench) followed by copper plated nuts. Using dissimilar metals will reduce the risk of contact welding as corrosion and heat cycles do their damage.

Let me know if you need part numbers for the studs and bolts...
I just finished drilling out 3 broken bolts and installing helicoils on the spare engine I bought. So would appreciate the part numbers you mentioned.
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