Why do my head bolts keep leaking water?

The first time I had to redo it was because the owner wanted to swap the cam before it was ever started. The next 3 times was because the head bolts keep leaking water. I have done everything I know to to, but it keeps leaking.

What do big block head gaskets and bolts do?

BIG-BLOCK CYLINDER HEAD GASKETS Secure sealing between the cylinder heads and the block is a critical component of making reliable horsepower, so Chevrolet Performance puts the same engineering excellence and manufacturing precision into their gaskets, head bolts, and cylinder head studs as the blocks and heads they secure.

When did engine builders please help with head bolts?

Engine builders please help with head bolts. Discussion in ‘ Engine Topic ‘ started by big gear head, Oct 24, 2006 . I have built more big block Chevys that I can remember, but this one is driving me crazy.

What are the gaskets and bolts on a performance car?

Secure sealing between the cylinder heads and the block is a critical component of making reliable horsepower, so Chevrolet Performance puts the same engineering excellence and manufacturing precision into their gaskets, head bolts, and cylinder head studs as the blocks and heads they secure.

Can a cracked engine block cause a blown head gasket?

The antifreeze fluid will be able to find its way through the crack and then circulate with the oil. This will spell major trouble for the engine. As noted above, oil mixing with antifreeze can also indicate a blown head gasket so consider other symptoms as well. A huge symptom of a cracked block is smoke coming out of the engine.

What are the symptoms of a cracked cylinder block?

5 Symptoms of a Crack Cylinder Block 1 Oil & Antifreeze Mixture – Engine oil and antifreeze fluid can mix together if there is… 2 Engine Smoke – A huge symptom of a cracked block is smoke coming out of the engine. 3 Seeing a Crack in the Block – If you truly need to confirm that you have a crack in… 4 Engine Overheating – The casing of…

What’s the difference between a cylinder head and a cylinder block?

The block contains the pistons and cylinders, while the cylinder head contains the rocker arms and valves. In between the block and cylinder head is the cylinder head gasket. This gasket serves as a seal for all the cylinders inside the block.

Can a crack in an engine block mix with oil?

Here are five common signs you can expect from a cracked engine block. Engine oil and antifreeze fluid can mix together if there is a serious crack in the engine block. The antifreeze fluid will be able to find its way through the crack and then circulate with the oil. This will spell major trouble for the engine.