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The Right Bolts to Secure the Perfect Head Gasket Seal.

Head Bolts
Victor Reinz head bolts are designed to exact specifications

Guarantee a secure head-to-block joint with Victor Reinz cylinder-head bolts.  Victor Reinz head bolts comply with all manufacturer specifications, and are matched perfectly to our head gaskets.

Victor Reinz cylinder-head bolts are the connecting elements between engine block, cylinder-head gasket, and cylinder head, delivering the clamping force necessary to seal the combustion chamber as well as the oil and coolant passages—even at extreme temperatures and pressures.

Torque-to-Yield Bolts Deliver a Perfect Seal without Retorquing.

Using new head bolts for a cylinder head installation is always a good idea, however, on late-model engines that came from the factory with TTY (torque-to yield) head bolts, replacement is an absolute necessity. Torque-to-yield bolts are designed so that they can be elongated beyond their elastic limit into the plastic region without problems. When a specific tightening torque has been reached, the bolts are turned further through a defined angle, which pre-loads them into the plastic region. Consequently, no retorquing is necessary. Although it is a very effective means to get the maximum, uniform clamping load from each bolt, it permanently distorts the bolts, preventing them from being reusable under any circumstance.

Note: When reassembling a cylinder head, make sure the head bolts are designed to exact specifications by a manufacturer you can trust. Victor Reinz supplies gaskets and sealing products to OEMs around the world. They know the industry, and they know the precise bolts necessary to deliver a perfect seal.

Victor Reinz Head Bolts: Part of a Complete Line of Sealing Solutions.

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NEW! Victor Reinz Pro Socket Bit Sets

Put an end to the frustration of trying to find the right bit! Victor Reinz Pro Socket Bit Sets supply you with the most common bits needed to remove and install head bolts with precision, plus help keep bits organized and easily accessible for time-saving convenience.

What makes the Victor Reinz Pro Socket Bit Set better than the competition?

  • Precision
    ½-in square drive connector covers a wide range of torque requirements to ensure you have the right tools for the job
  • Compatibility
    Fits a variety of common EU import vehicle head bolts, including female splined (Ribe-CV®), female Torx®, and female star in sizes M10, M12, M13, M14, T55, and T70
  • Durability
    Made of high-strength steel (HSS) to provide superior strength and durability under high torque
  • Efficiency
    Provides a complete bit collection in one purchase, compared to spending time to shop piece by piece
  • Convenience
    Comes with Victor Reinz-branded wall-mount aluminum organizer with labels to ensure your bits have a designated spot for quick accessibility and sustained organization

Victor Reinz Socket Bit Sets

Victor Reinz Socket Bit Sets

Part Type Description Part Number
Socket Bit Set 9 pc. Victor Reinz Pro Socket Bit Set w/ Wall-Mount Organizer 16-38847-01

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