Head bolts. Heads

[Kim K Kaiser]

Shorty, i will be installing the heads, so i was doing some internet research on bolts, sealants, etc looking for reference. 

I found on our site, that those who have changed the heads or head gasket used the copper spray sealant.  Was that spray applied to both sides then p r ssed onto the block, the the head placed over. Or was it sprayed and then spread over the two suraces, then  the gasket placed?

Then, i followed something regarding re use of head bolts.  Understand i was trying to avoid racecar , type engine stuff sites.  Was looking for older engine type correlations  but these guys can really get into the weeds over stretch, twist, sealant on bolts to block oil, etc.  So.

We are good on re using head bolts?  Correct?  And, do we need a sealant or some such additional applixatiing on threads b4 applying?  

Just trying to avoid doing this again so i need car specific knowledge.  

Thanks again

[Jason Edge]

Here's what I did:
- head gasket: spray both sides
 
- Head bolts: VG used bolts are fine. If yours have corrosion I sell them indivdually or as a complete set. I do not know any one that does exact reproductions. The bolt shank is tapered on the long ones 

- Head bolt threads: Chase the male head bolt threads and female threads in the block and make sure they are clean. I used antiseize lubricant on mine (Permatex 81343) to make removal easier later on if necessary. From dismantling 50+ cars I have always noticed those closer to the exhaust ports , or pass thru to a water passage are sometimes harder to remove. 
DISCLAIMER: Ask 10 experts or dummies like me about adding anything to the thread and you will get 10 answers! As long as the threads have been cleaned or chased and clean and torqued to spec you should be fine!  

[Kim K Kaiser]

Sounds good.  Some info out tgere can scare u in the infinite detail!  Jeez, its a wonder they ever finish one.