2JZGE NA-T - Head Gasket & ARP Head Stud Install

[@schafer240]

Just an FYI, The block threads are supposed to be installed dry, only molylube on the nut side.

[@TripasGarage]

Thank you good sir. Never had an issue like this with the hundreds of motors but after relooking at the instructions, you’re absolutely correct. Thanks for the info.

[@EpicVansChicago]

@@TripasGarage Im so confused I keep seeing different recommendations ARP says to lubricate everything tech.arp-bolts.com/instructions/203-4205.pdf

[@nicwithags6182]

My instructions says “ lubricate stud threads ,washers and nuts “.

[@schafer240]

​@@nicwithags6182that's on the head side, not the block

[@nicwithags6182]

@@schafer240 looks like we’ll see how long it lasts then brothrr cause i i slapped it on everything 😂😂😂

[@bradyrupe1]

Is that thread chaser the 7/16-14?

[@ajsgarage99]

Will this fit a 2003 2jz-ge? Its a 2003 lexus gs300 3.0

[@TripasGarage]

@@ajsgarage99 yes same ones

[@ajsgarage99]

Thank you so much !!!​@@TripasGarage

[@maiks.3684]

Hand tight only the studs, really? What about the studs washers, does I need to apply the lubicant on both sides of the washers?

[@TripasGarage]

That is correct, you want to make sure you chase the threads first to get all the gunk out. The point is that it should seat all the way down without you having to physically torque it down.

[@jamieshaw8119]

Then valve collets look like they are gonna fall out

[@larson175]

Does it make a difference if engine is vvti or non vvti ? Because i am going to drop a GTE HG on my non vvti NA-T :P

[@TripasGarage]

@@larson175 no difference

[@ismaelrodriguez7205]

what’s the socket size ?

[@TripasGarage]

12-point 13mm kobalt deep socket from lowes

[@JimCampbelljc]

@@TripasGarage could you please measure the width of the socket with a vernier. I know some sockets don’t fit and the socket you used looks to be about as wide as you could possibly fit in there. It’s 1/2 inch drive yeah?

[@beebee-up6ps]

solid video man

[@TripasGarage]

Appreciate it

[@nickcalles7361]

What size thread chaser??

[@HCIZ06]

How did you even torque the actual stud itself?

[@TripasGarage]

You don’t. It’s hand tight only.

[@bloodraizen2500]

Is that a gte head gasket?

[@TripasGarage]

Yes it is

[@rubbyromero5808]

@@TripasGarage the original gasket of the gte or some oversize to lower the compression of the 2jzge non vvti? I am putting together a non vvti and want to lower the compression ratio with a thicker gasket.

[@TripasGarage]

@@rubbyromero5808 this is the factory oem GTE head gasket which is thicker than the factory oem GE head gasket. Using a thicker gasket will lower your compression ratio, not raise it. If you want to raise it then use a thinner HG like the GE one or if you want to use the GTE one then different pistons. Getting the block/head decked will also raise your compression ratio, just slightly though

[@TripasGarage]

@@rubbyromero5808 using the GTE will lower it. You will be good using that head gasket. It is what I am doing.

[@rubbyromero5808]

@@TripasGarage I want to lower the compression rate to be able to put turbo more safely

[@danielgates7284]

ok seriously how did you learn all this? Your father?

[@TripasGarage]

No sir, from doing it myself over the years

[@roadpilot3863]

I need to live close to this guy. So he can guide me building my street setup na-t 2jzge. 😊