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gotta240 · 11-05-2011, 06:53 PM

1. Is there any substance I can use on the bolts of my turbo to stop them from comming loose? Will high temp thread lock work?

2. Do I use anything on the threads of the oil and water lines that thread into the alluminum SR block? I'm paranoid about them coming out and blowing my motor, but I also am terrified of stripping them.... Should I use PVC thread tape before screwing them back in?

Thanks!

Luvs2slide · 11-05-2011, 06:58 PM

1. Use some anti-seize lube and these if stock turbo, which it sounds like, use the locking tabs.

2. Nothing's needed. Don't overtighten or you will strip the bolts.

TheRealSy90 · 11-06-2011, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Luvs2slide

1. Use some anti-seize lube and these if stock turbo, which it sounds like, use the locking tabs.

2. Nothing's needed. Don't overtighten or you will strip the bolts.

2. Use new copper seals on the banjo bolts every time you remove them.

!Zar! · 11-06-2011, 01:47 AM

Tack weld the bolts down.

Nothing is needed to be placed on the threads of the lines.

*fliprayzin240sx* · 11-06-2011, 03:38 PM

If you're worried about the turbo bolts coming loose (turbo to manifold or elbow bolts), invest on some DP with a flex pipe on it. Nothing else will keep your bolts on than taking the pressure off them.

rcdad123 · 11-06-2011, 08:48 PM

google nordloc washers. i used them on my friends s2000 down pipe bolts that were always getting loose. they have not loosened again yet.

godrifttoday · 11-07-2011, 12:34 AM

Get motor mounts that's your problem on why they are backing out. I had this issue on my car, got new mounts and never had this issue again

gotta240 · 11-07-2011, 09:45 AM

I tack welded each and every fucking nut on that turbo. DONE.

Thanks for the tips guys. Wish I knew about the nordloc washers before, but this'll work.

!Zar! · 11-07-2011, 10:00 AM

Glad you wised up.

All that other stuff is nonsenseeeeeeee.

11-05-2011, 06:53 PM	#1
gotta240 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: so cal Posts: 3,496 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	threadlock for turbo bolts? Anything on lines that go to block on SR? 1. Is there any substance I can use on the bolts of my turbo to stop them from comming loose? Will high temp thread lock work? 2. Do I use anything on the threads of the oil and water lines that thread into the alluminum SR block? I'm paranoid about them coming out and blowing my motor, but I also am terrified of stripping them.... Should I use PVC thread tape before screwing them back in? Thanks!

11-05-2011, 06:58 PM	#2
Luvs2slide Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NW Florida Age: 42 Posts: 1,490 Trader Rating: (81) Feedback Score: 81 reviews	1. Use some anti-seize lube and these if stock turbo, which it sounds like, use the locking tabs. 2. Nothing's needed. Don't overtighten or you will strip the bolts. __________________

11-06-2011, 01:47 AM	#4
!Zar! Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: North Korea Posts: 14,579 Trader Rating: (27) Feedback Score: 27 reviews	Tack weld the bolts down. Nothing is needed to be placed on the threads of the lines. __________________

11-06-2011, 03:38 PM	#5
fliprayzin240sx Man w/ CTSV & a Car Seat Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Tampa Posts: 17,998 Trader Rating: (19) Rides Gallery: fliprayzin240sx Feedback Score: 19 reviews	If you're worried about the turbo bolts coming loose (turbo to manifold or elbow bolts), invest on some DP with a flex pipe on it. Nothing else will keep your bolts on than taking the pressure off them. __________________ If you think Zilvia has too many assholes... CLICK HERE!!!

11-07-2011, 12:34 AM	#7
godrifttoday Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: los angeles Age: 40 Posts: 3,120 Trader Rating: (82) Feedback Score: 82 reviews	Get motor mounts that's your problem on why they are backing out. I had this issue on my car, got new mounts and never had this issue again __________________ NEED Bolt kits for your car?

11-06-2011, 08:48 PM	#6
rcdad123 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: san diego Posts: 639 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	google nordloc washers. i used them on my friends s2000 down pipe bolts that were always getting loose. they have not loosened again yet.

11-07-2011, 09:45 AM	#8
gotta240 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: so cal Posts: 3,496 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	I tack welded each and every fucking nut on that turbo. DONE. Thanks for the tips guys. Wish I knew about the nordloc washers before, but this'll work.

11-07-2011, 10:00 AM	#9
!Zar! Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: North Korea Posts: 14,579 Trader Rating: (27) Feedback Score: 27 reviews	Glad you wised up. All that other stuff is nonsenseeeeeeee. __________________