Edelbrock BBC Head Bolt Kit

The Edelbrock #8551 bolt kit contain a complete set of the highest quality head bolts and hardened washers available. Cold-formed to ensure molecular integrity and heat treated prior to thread rolling and machining. Reduced diameter bolt heads eliminate the need for valve train removal to facilitate cylinder head re-torqueing. Hardened and parallel-ground washers are included. Rated at 170,000 p.s.i.

Additional Information

Edelbrock #8551 Head Bolt Kit is for 1965-90 Big-Block Chevrolet 396-454 Mark IV Engines with Edelbrock #50459, 60459, 60479, 60499, 60559, 61459, 61559, 79539, & 79559 Performer & RPM Cylinder Heads. Not for Stock Heads.

Application Summary

Chevrolet:Big-Block Mark IV:396 (6.5L)-502 (8.2L)

Part Type

Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

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• Manufactured By ARP

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Reference Information

Cylinder Head Bolts, Washers, for EDL Performer/Perf. RPM Heads, Chevy, Mark IV Only, 396, 402, 427, 454, Kit

Manufactured by ARP, Edelbrock head bolt kits contain a complete set of the highest quality head bolts and hardened washers available. They are cold-formed to ensure molecular integrity and heat-treated prior to thread rolling and machining. Reduced-diameter bolt heads eliminate the need for valvetrain removal to facilitate cylinder head re-torquing. Hardened and parallel-ground washers are included, and they're rated at 170,000 psi.