Re: [Amc-list] Rambler Mentality (was 4.0 head swap)

[Doug Dornbos <dornbos@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

JOE FULTON wrote:
> Where is your Rambler mentality?  Of course you can
> re-use your head bolts.  Having said that, the threads
> on the bolts and in the block should be thoroughly
> cleaned up and lightly oiled so you can achieve
> accurate torque settings. Ideally, you should use a
> thread chaser type tap on the block threads.  A wire
> wheel should do the job on the bolts.  Many engine
> builders and some books will say you shouldn't reuse
> head bolts, but they are very commonly reused.

Thanks Joe

BTW - My Rambler mentality was gone as soon as I had more invested in 
the Matador than it was worth!

And I keep putting more into it. lol!

Doug
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