If you have been turning wrenches for a few years, you have probably developed a sense for what 20-50 ft-lbs of torque feels ...

The solution would be there in the mail shortly." A few days later, we got a package containing a package of 14 ARP fasteners and its Ultra Torque assembly lubricant. See All 3 Photos ...

When assembling an engine, the little parts are as important as the large which is why you should use ARP bolts.

If you’re into the ins and outs of fastener talk, this nearly 40-minute video is worth it for that alone. Not surprisingly, both studs survive a standard torque procedure without failing.

Torquing head bolts would appear to be a simple operation – just drop the bolts in and torque them in place. But the task is a little more involved if you are interested in performing the operation ...

Bolt Basics A fastener works like a coil spring. As you tighten a bolt, it will stretch and generate a clamp load. The key to proper tightening of a fastener is to torque it until just slightly ...

A factory 11/32-inch rod bolt requires 35 lb-ft of torque while a 3/8-inch bolt takes 45 lb-ft. Change to an American Racing Products (ARP) 3/8-inch rod bolt and the torque specification jumps to ...