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Old Oct 20, 2006 | 07:55 PM
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ground on Aluminum heads?..stupid ?

the grounding straps that connect to the back of the stock cast iron heads...will they still be grounded once I connect them to my aluminum heads? ..or do I have to find somewhere else to ground them?

its probably a stupid question and I guess I could ask someone at work.

thanks!
Old Oct 20, 2006 | 10:37 PM
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Re: ground on Aluminum heads?..stupid ?

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the grounding straps that connect to the back of the stock cast iron heads...will they still be grounded once I connect them to my aluminum heads? ..or do I have to find somewhere else to ground them?

its probably a stupid question and I guess I could ask someone at work.

thanks!
bolt them back to the heads, no problems with grounding
Old Oct 21, 2006 | 02:01 PM
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Re: ground on Aluminum heads?..stupid ?

Aluminum is a good conductor of electricity, so yes bolt it back to the heads as stated, BUT make sure to use a STAR washer(not a lock) so your connection stays tight.
Old Oct 25, 2006 | 05:17 PM
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the only problem with that is that aluminum and steel like to make corrosion when a current is induced. the star washer is supposed to create a better connection/ground.
Old Oct 25, 2006 | 07:39 PM
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excellent!..thanks..I didnt know for sure..
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