What is the max bhp and torque that the oem 1.8T headbolts and head gaskets are good for before you need to upgrade to ARP bolts etc. I'll be upgrading rods soon and don't wish to skimp but at the same time monies too tight to waste also.
Stock 1.8T Head bolts & Gasket - what is max bhp and torque recommended
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cheers guys, looks like stock bolts and gaskets will be more than adequate for me also.
Are the supertech inconel exhaust valves a sensible upgrade also even though it won't be a high rever (360bhp max), also can the exhaust valves be lapped in without stripping the rest of the head down.
Are the supertech inconel exhaust valves a sensible upgrade also even though it won't be a high rever (360bhp max), also can the exhaust valves be lapped in without stripping the rest of the head down.
you cant fit valves without stripping the head
inconel valves cope with higher temps better than oe valves
stainless intakes would be 1-piece
inconel valves cope with higher temps better than oe valves
stainless intakes would be 1-piece
How many hours extra would this put on a rod install. Do you think that turbos equipped with an egt probe / protection may not need the reassurance of the uprated exhaust valves or a sensible precaution none the less.
if heads off, I would personally look for a largeport haead, build that up ready and swap parts across..
its a few hours work to strip and reassemble head, if you have the right tools
its a few hours work to strip and reassemble head, if you have the right tools
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