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Ultimate strength -Chromium-based H11 tool steel alloy
Aerospace-style J threads -Minimizes stress points
Meet your ultimate defense against head lift. iE HoldStrong Head Studs are engineered and manufactured for structural integrity to go toe-to-toe with the demands of high-output engines. They’re made to keep your engine together and sealed tight using a rolled-thread process, chromium-based H11 tool steel and aircraft grade J-threads for maximum strength.
It’s not rocket science, but it’s close. Our chromium-based H11 tool steel alloy is known for its use in aerospace industry applications like helicopter blades and landing gear. H11 is widely used for its crack-resistant properties to prevent thermal fatigue or thermal shock. This alloy’s low-carbon content gives it strength with minimal distortion when tooling. If it’s good enough to land a plane, it’s the right choice for your high-performance engine.
iE head studs are manufactured using a rolled method in a pure oil solution. The alloy material is shaped rather than removed (cut) which creates a compressive force that strengthens the thread and eliminates imperfections that could cause stress cracks. Rolled threads are built for strength and extreme fatigue resistance.
The sharp edges and corners of standard cut thread can cause stress points that lead to bolt failure. To prevent this, iE head studs have been engineered with J-threads. This higher quality thread profile has a curved minor-diameter structure to reduce stress points and prevent breakage from vibration. J-threads also provide a more accurate sizing for an exact dimensional fit.
The Audi B9 3.0T EA839 engine is an absolute powerhouse capable of over 739 HP and 710ft-lbs with simple hybrid turbo bolt-on upgrades. These massive gains also result in higher cylinder pressures that put a lot of stress on the factory head bolts. When the factory bolts hit their limit, they stretch and cause head lift. This breaks the cylinder head gasket seal which results in compression loss, oil/coolant contamination, loss of power, and in extreme conditions; catastrophic engine failure.
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All products sold by Eurosport Performance are warrantied against manufacturing defects according to the manufacturer's warranty policy*. Warranty does not cover abuse, misuse, damages caused from improper manipulation, normal wear and tear, improper installation, or damages resulting from racing. Warranties only apply to the original owner. If a product is found defective, the customer will receive, at the discretion of Eurosport Performance, a replacement part at no extra cost.
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