Xotic Performance | 1993-2003 Ford 7.3L Power Stroke Head Stud Replacement Kit

Vehicle Fitments 1993-2002 Ford Powerstroke 7.3L Diesel Applications.    Package Contents 36x Heads Studs (M12 x 174mm, M12 x 168mm) 36x Nuts (M12) 36x Hardened Parallel Washers1x Allen Wrench (5mm)1x Socket (14mm) 1x Fastener Assembly Lubricant1x Instructions Manual   Head Studs Vs. Head Bolts In every diesel car, there are high cylinder pressures that can damage head gaskets. Factory OEM head bolts are torque to yield, meaning you torque the bolt to a specific torque with a final 90-degree rotation that will place the bolt at its’ maximum stretch point. Our observation through years of dealing with trucks is that when you add parts that increase horsepower (turbocharger, injectors, chips etc.), you risk creating higher cylinder pressures lower than your RPM range, consequently leading to a blown head gasket.  In contrast to head bolts, head studs are engineered to not stretch. Xotic Performance head studs are created using premium steel alloys (XOTIC 7200) that are far superior in t