Best ideas to keep screw in rocker arm studs in?

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  • regor
    Member
    • Nov 2012
    • 61

    #1

    Best ideas to keep screw in rocker arm studs in?

    I have one that seems to keep coming loose. Any ideas in how to keep it tight?
  • ToddSmith16
    Senior Member
    • May 2007
    • 2854

    #2
    If the same one is doing it then either the cam lobe is worn down and continues to worsen, inspect the rocker arm may need replaced, stud or lock nut or inset screw is stripped. Check the pushrod also as I'm sure it's taking a beating coming loose all the time.

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    • usafracer
      Senior Member
      • Jun 2010
      • 554

      #3
      I locktight mine in and have zero problems.
      My sarcasm is a pre-emptive strike to your stupidity!!

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      • 9car
        Member
        • Jun 2012
        • 59

        #4
        if the threads are right, no need to put anything on them except sealer . see if the stud will torque to 60-65 ft lbs . I bet it wont do it , if it doesnt, heli coil it or put an insert in it

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        • regor
          Member
          • Nov 2012
          • 61

          #5
          9car, what sealer do you use and how do you torque the studs ?

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          • 9car
            Member
            • Jun 2012
            • 59

            #6
            I use a teflon paste (ARP makes some) if the studs go into water jacket , if they dont i just use Moly . take the rocker off, and use a torque wrench , most likely a deep well 11/16" socket

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            • regor
              Member
              • Nov 2012
              • 61

              #7
              I wonder if jb weld for steel would work on the studs threads?

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