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Studs vs. bolts on exhaust header ?

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Hi, ... on an 81' GS750E , while my exhaust system is off with only breaking one exhaust clamp bolt, I was wondering if there would be any reason not to switch from bolts to studs, and if there wasn't, where might I be able to get some. Thanks, any opinion, or advice would be greatly appreciated... ray c. Ps. It is an original exhaust system.
 
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You can go either way. I prefer studs because there's less chance of stripping out the threads in the head - especially if you're removing the exhaust (semi) frequently.
 
I switched to studs on the exhaust for my 850. I was able to go down to the local NAPA, took one of the old bolts with me, and they hooked me up with a set of 8 studs that worked perfectly.
 
Studs are easier to hang the pipe on . You won't crossbreed them either. I put locktite on mine so they don't back out with the nut.
 
Suzuki part numbers give the diameter, and length. A stud would need to be longer, of course.
 
Thanks, for the input guys, it didn't seem like there would be a problem, and the common 8mm size that they are, make them readily available at most hardware or supply stores, now that I see. thanks again... ray c.
 
Something to remember is that you can only remove/install steel bolts in an aluminum head a number of times before something gets messed up. If it backs out on it's own, it might pull a few threads out with it aswell. Studs with lock-tight get my vote.
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