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Info On Stage 8 Header Bolts

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GT2000JAY

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Looking for a little advice. I am planning on changing out the headers on my '00 GT starting the day after Christmas. I have the Stage 8 locking header bolts, but recently got some info that is making me think twice about using them.

I was told it's not a good idea to install them right away after torquing down the headers. Risking a possible blow out. Anyone using this product? Anyone have any feedback or comments?

Thanks.

Here's a pic:
 
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2kyellowgt

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I installed my L/T about 3 months ago and I guess about 1500 miles and I have had no problems. The Stage 8s are cheap insurance so you dont have to do that PITA job again. They were also recommended by the tech at Jet Hot. I also spent the $$ on new stock gaskets from Ford just to be sure.
 

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I bought em when I did my longtubes, and they felt like they didn't want to thread in right. I tried the factory studs, and the bolts supplied by BBK, and they both went right in. But the Stage 8 bolts didn't want to thread in. I didn't risk stripping the head and sent them back. Hope you have better luck.

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