Competition cleaning up head studs for reuse?

[WDimig]

has anyone ever had a set of studs come out of a truck that were pretty rusty at the block threads? i really dont want to get a new set if i can avoid it, i have a really good bead blast cabinet at work, and im wondering if i can remove the rust, and repaint the studs with a light coat of paint? thoughts or ideas on this one guys?? i apreciate any response. thanks guys.



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[Shaughn5.9]

If it is just surface rust they should be fine. But if they are pitted you might want to get a new set. The strength on the stud well be effected and might stretch under heavy boost. 45lb of boost might not stretch it but you never know.