head bolts

[street]

I am pleased to say that my engine rebuild is coming along nicely, no issues at present. I have not, at this stage considered changing the head stud bolts for new. In discussion with Lotus Marques (Aussie) it is not a requirement every time you split the head. I have checked mine over and to the eye no marks, pitting etc apart from one stud that has some pitting towers the bolt end. I do have some odd washer selections and one split washer.

If i decide to re-use bolts, can anyone specify the washers so I can try and source these in NZ,

Many thanks

[StressCraxx]

Washers that are too soft or not the right size will not spread the load properly from the tension of the bolt. I had a set made from 4140HT alloy steel. There are a number of vintage race shops in NZ that service the twincam. I would suggest contacting them.

[street]

Thanks good advice, out of interest who do you know in NZ (shops)

[2cams70]

Suggest just order a set from QED in the UK. Postage to NZ won't cost much. Bread and butter parts.