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What size tap is needed to chase the threads for head bolts

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Old 05-08-2011, 09:32 PM
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What size tap is needed to chase the threads for head bolts

Me and my buddy are going to replace the heads on on his Z28 soon and I need to know what size tap is needed to chase the threads.

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Old 05-08-2011, 10:24 PM
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Re: What size tap is needed to chase the threads for head bolts

Try here. http://www.small-block-chevy.com/assemblyspec.html

Use a thread chaser instead of a tap.
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Old 05-09-2011, 11:03 PM
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Re: What size tap is needed to chase the threads for head bolts

So I need a 7/16 - 14 thread chaser? Thanks for the link!
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Old 05-10-2011, 06:43 AM
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Re: What size tap is needed to chase the threads for head bolts

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So I need a 7/16 - 14 thread chaser? Thanks for the link!
Correct.
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Old 05-10-2011, 06:19 PM
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Re: What size tap is needed to chase the threads for head bolts

thanks for the replies guys

Also Shbox what size torque wrench do you recommend getting for head gasket swap?

Mr. Trick is my cousin(im the buddy) just a heads up on those wary about me jacking the thread.

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Re: What size tap is needed to chase the threads for head bolts

You'll need a 1/2" drive torque wrench.
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