Hi all,

As part of my engine build I have aquired a brand new 200 Block, which apparently has been machined for long studs - I believe all 10 studs have been done.

Can anyone tell me more about this conversion? I was going to use normal head bolts, but this block sounds like it could be a bonus, but I know naff all about it .

Where can I get the studs from and how much?

How do you tighten them up (I guess there is a sequence) and what torque do they get done up to?

What issues might I get with this conversion? I think I read that a modded water pump is needed

I'd also guess removing the head may be trickier with the engine in situ as with normal head bolts removed the head can be lifted straight up, or out at an angle, but I'd imagine that can't be done with 10 studs poking out of the block?


Have done a search, but can't find much other than Mr Rainbird recommending long studding!

Any info welcome from those that know
Simon

 

can get the long studs from any good cosworth tuner.

not sure on the rest.

 

cheers Dave


Now how about every other question? And who's cheapest?

 

Not really a cossie tuner, but these look like cheap long (1 metre should be enough?) studs:

http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/...13757&id=11602

 

cheapest aint always the best tho

 

ok, one more question

Who's cheapest and best?

Don't want to buy any old studs, but don't want to pay £280 when someone else on here could do the same for £250.

I'd guess someone will know who does the best deals?

Simon

 

£129 at Woodford,£132 at PJ's.

not sure about anywhere else.