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Topic: Sealing Flywheel Bolts????
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ekbeanctr
Gearhead Posts: 709
From: Middlebury, IN USA
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 06-20-2005 08:55 PM
   
I finally called the guy that built my 408 Stroker shortblock because I am still getting some oil leaking into the bell housing after 3 new rear seals. He asked me: Did you use sealer on the flywheel bolts?
- NO, I did not. He says the holes for the flywheel bolts goes all the way into where there is oil and that if you don't use a sealer it can leak. Has anybody else heard this before I pull the tranny, clutch and bell housing AGAIN  I actually hope he is right so I can fix it once and for all.Thanks
Ernie ------------------
Red Fire Clearcoat 65 Fastback, 408W. AFR Heads, Hooker SuperComp Headers, 292H Cam. 750 Holley, 4 Speed, 9" Posi Rear End
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mustangboy
Gearhead Posts: 833
From: Ont, Canada
Registered: Mar 2002
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posted 06-20-2005 10:44 PM
Don't know what kind of crank your running in your stroker but yes the stock ford small block cranks will leak oil out of the holes.Just try removing the bolts with a full pan of oil and the engine tipped back a little.  ------------------
1968 mustang j-code sprint.13.69@101 306cu.in, stock ported heads,weiand exellerator,650 holley DP,hedman hedders,comp 292 Magnum cam,4-speed,8 inch 4.11 detroit locker........1966 mustang coupe project.289 4 speed,3.20 rear http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/MembersPics/mustangboy.html [This message has been edited by mustangboy (edited 06-20-2005).]
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 26513
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 06-20-2005 10:48 PM
Always use loctite on flywheel bolts!------------------
Alex Denysenko
Co-Administrator and Moderator NHRA/IHRA/SRA member and licensed Superstock driver
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First SS/MA in the TENS 04-03
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CometGT1974
Gearhead Posts: 393
From: Asheville, NC USA
Registered: Jan 2002
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posted 06-21-2005 10:03 AM
Not questioning you Alex but ARP said to use only there moly lube on there flexplate bolts. Would it be better to use loc-tite?
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 26513
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 06-21-2005 10:22 AM
Normally questioning me on this type of topic would dictate a sarcastic response from such as "next time you need advice maybe you should call ARP instead", but I'll let it slide this time.  ARP recomends the moly lube on everthing!
Sells a lot of lube that way. If you have ever had a flywheel or flexplate come loose at 8000 RPM you would understand the need for a thread locker. As late as the year 2000 (that I know of) HP FoMoCo engines still use a thread locker on the flywheel bolts.
It serves two purposes.
1) to prevent oil from seeping out
2) to prevent the blots from backing out.
SBF's were always notorious for having flywheel and converter bolts (or nuts) back off.
You can get away with using silicone on head bolts to prevent seepage, but they are not subject to the vibration that the flywheel fasteners are. ------------------
Alex Denysenko
Co-Administrator and Moderator NHRA/IHRA/SRA member and licensed Superstock driver
NHRA and IHRA SS/LA & SS/MA National Record Holder '00,'01,'02,'03,'04 &'05
First NHRA & IHRA 289 automatic Superstock Mustang in the TENS 06-99
First SS/MA in the TENS 04-03
IHRA division 5 Superstock Champion
Fleet of FoMoCo products including 88 ASC McLaren Mustang #28 The Barry of BarrysGrrl Quote #1: "I never met a magazine mechanic I liked."
Quote #2: "Make sure brain is in gear before engaging mouth!"
Quote #3: "If you can't run with the big dogs, stay on the porch!"
www.moneymakerracing.com
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ekbeanctr
Gearhead Posts: 709
From: Middlebury, IN USA
Registered: Dec 2000
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posted 06-21-2005 11:17 AM
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Originally posted by Moneymaker:
[b]Always use loctite on flywheel bolts![/B]
Alex,Which should I use - Blue - Red or other?? I am assuming that the loctite seals the bolts in addition to locking them in place ?? Thanks for your help, as always
Ernie ------------------
Red Fire Clearcoat 65 Fastback, 408W. AFR Heads, Hooker SuperComp Headers, 292H Cam. 750 Holley, 4 Speed, 9" Posi Rear End
[email protected]
http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/801279/1
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 26513
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 06-21-2005 12:15 PM
We use the red, but either will work.
I have used both.
Don't need much.------------------
Alex Denysenko
Co-Administrator and Moderator NHRA/IHRA/SRA member and licensed Superstock driver
NHRA and IHRA SS/LA & SS/MA National Record Holder '00,'01,'02,'03,'04 &'05
First NHRA & IHRA 289 automatic Superstock Mustang in the TENS 06-99
First SS/MA in the TENS 04-03
IHRA division 5 Superstock Champion
Fleet of FoMoCo products including 88 ASC McLaren Mustang #28 The Barry of BarrysGrrl Quote #1: "I never met a magazine mechanic I liked."
Quote #2: "Make sure brain is in gear before engaging mouth!"
Quote #3: "If you can't run with the big dogs, stay on the porch!"
www.moneymakerracing.com
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