Yep! But I have my reasons. Bolt stretch is more likely than crushing 3" of solid cast steel more than before in this case.... Maybe I should move a couple of caps around to get the results you want to hear about. :lol:
CV products hooked me up. Part number HAR2.750-5 is the correct ARP bolt x 2. On another note, the concerns about Lineboring. I'm not building a stroker or extreme 318 just a good dependable running driver.
I have been informed from ARP that they were not aware of this problem and purchasing a ARP bolt that is the stock length is the correct way. I have to buy it from CV Products (FYI there number is 1-800-448-1223) Will cost around 10.00 shipped to my door. I started with a very good base and...
On the rear main the oil pump resides over one of the main bolts. The ARP studs are way too long. I have looked at every possible solution and dont really like any of them. Any ideas???
I'm in Dayton. 73 Dart Sport, 68000 org miles, 318 w/727 and 3:23 suregrip. Under restoration. Had 2 but striped down racecar. Have a lot of xtra parts laying around I will part with.