LT1 head reinstall???

[SMok3 Em A11]

Ok I'm ready to install my LT1 heads back on the block. This is my first go round doing this so I just would like to know before hand as much info as I can.

I'm equipped with LE1 Sstock ported heads shaved .020", .026 impala gaskets, and arp 12pt head bolts with polished exterior bolts.

Torque specs and tightening pattern I will definitely need but any other pointers do's/don'ts would be much appreciated.

[Sahara54]

http://shbox.com/ci/head_assy.jpg

Use what ever specs the ARP's tell you to use and make sure you use their moly lube on the bolt heads and sealant on the threads.

Use copper coat on the Gaskets.

These should be the instructions from ARP -
http://arpinstructions.com/instructions/134-3701.pdf

[SMok3 Em A11]

http://shbox.com/ci/head_assy.jpg

Use what ever specs the ARP's tell you to use and make sure you use their moly lube on the bolt heads and sealant on the threads.

Use copper coat on the Gaskets.

These should be the instructions from ARP -
http://arpinstructions.com/instructions/134-3701.pdf

Thanks a lot. I think that should pretty much cover everything.

[SS RRR]

Are these heads new or used? If used, did you have them checked to make sure they are not warped?

[SMok3 Em A11]

Are these heads new or used? If used, did you have them checked to make sure they are not warped?

They are straight from Lloyd Elliot. With a fresh shave.

Also whoever had this block before me pushed the guide pins into the block is there a way to get the out or is I possible to install the heads without them. The block is on a rotating stand not in the car so I can turn it so the deck is level.

[Sahara54]

They are straight from Lloyd Elliot. With a fresh shave.

Also whoever had this block before me pushed the guide pins into the block is there a way to get the out or is I possible to install the heads without them. The block is on a rotating stand not in the car so I can turn it so the deck is level.

You don't need them but it does suck that they did that. Take 2 of your old head bolts and cut the head off. Screw in, just barley snug. Slide gaskets on then heads. Put your new bolts in removing the 2 guides last. Torque everything up and your golden.



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[SMok3 Em A11]

Thanks much... I shoulda thought of that lol.

Well I guess I got it from here guys. Ill post up pics when I get it finished up..

Thanks again for the advice everyone!!!

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[SMok3 Em A11]

Got em on thanks for the help guys!!

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[mike]

Looks good cant wait for mine.

[SMok3 Em A11]

Looks good cant wait for mine.

Thanks man. This actually went a lot smoother that I expected.lol

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[Sahara54]

Thanks man. This actually went a lot smoother that I expected. lol


It's definitely a great feeling when doing it yourself.

[SMok3 Em A11]

Only thing I haven't done wa the rotating assy. But that's a little beyond me as of yet.lol

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