tx2K

Can anyone tell me where the best place to get ARP studs with HEX nuts for the turbo manifold is? It was suggested that I not use the new OEM nuts and studs because they are weaker and come loose so now I need to get these delivered this week so I can hopefully do my install this coming weekend.

redboost10

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S2K-F8

Here's where I got mine:

DMP

I use the 1.75" ones as the 1.5" were not long enough when using washers (with my full-race manifold)

I would also highly suggest using Nord-Lock washers to prevent nuts from backing off.

I've been through several setups and what has worked best for me:
1.75" ARP exhaust studs, Nord-Lock washers, new OEM nuts

Hope that helps
Scott-

redboost10

who recommended to not use the oem ones?

riceball777

I just to have oem studs on my first turbo setup and many of the studs did break off. I have since replace to arp ones and have never had a problem.

redboost10

sorry, i was referring to the nut itself, arp stud with oem nut is the best of both worlds from my experience

neeman77

I have also had an OEM stud break off, a real pain in the ass. Definitely a good upgrade for very little cost!

tx2K

Ok, so will the OEM nuts thread onto the ARP studs? Is there a kit or do I just need to get individual parts? Redboost, OEM studs is what I was told should be replaced. I just figured Id get a kit that had nuts as well so I didnt have to make a trip to the local stealership.

tx2K

Just saw your link Scott. Thanks for sharing. Im going to look into that when I get home tonight.

redboost10

yeah, sorry, read my next post. i would definitely replace the studs, but use the oem nut.

the website posted above makes it nice because thats just for the stud so you dont have to waste money on the nut/washer that comes in the whole kit.