320i head bolts.. reusable?

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Post Wed Oct 11, 2006 7:35 pm

yes? no? :)
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Post Wed Oct 11, 2006 7:41 pm

No, they're stretch bolts, should be replaced every time, although some say it is safe to reuse them once.
This assumes they are torx headed bolts. If they are hex headed, they should have been replaced years ago, and you've been living on borrowed time.
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Post Wed Oct 11, 2006 7:42 pm

dont be tight-buy a new set

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Post Wed Oct 11, 2006 7:42 pm

Nope, use new torx bolts to replace. Cheap from GSF. :wink:

More expense :x
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Post Wed Oct 11, 2006 7:43 pm

lol.. wasnt being tight just wondered :P gsf it is then!
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