High temp thread lockers??

[argonsagas]

The idea of permanently locking bots/studs in place is one all of have wished to do at some time, and for reasons very similar to your own.


All of us who have tried it, and then continued doing mechanical work on engines for a number of years afterwards, have learned that it was not the best idea.

 

[Steve]

Just curious, why replace with permanent studs and not a new set of hex bolts?

With bolts, you will be wearing out the threads in the aluminum every time you have to remove and reinstall them. Granted most of us don't have to worry about that, but if you have a header that has to be removed to do an oil change, those bolts will be in and out several times. Studs will go into the threads once, at least until they break and have to be drilled out.

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[Macguyver]

Here you go Chuck,
And +1 on the stainless stud and hardware if and/or when you proceed with this.

Any decent auto supply store should have it in stock, any of them can order it in.
Good to 204 degrees, highest rated stuff available over the counter. After that though, it burns like wildfire. Let if fully cure (24-72 hours) at least before firing her up.
Only 3in-lbs breakaway strength, so easy-ish to remove, if needed.
Here's a link to the product sheet for it.
http://www.wentite.com/jscs/mf/Product_592.pdf

Ever need them out in a bad way, heat the stud only with a high temp torch, allow to cool, double nut/stud extractor/vise grip them out in that order of preference IMHO.