Viper head studs and overheating issue? 1996 rt/10

[darrela]

Good afternoon to all - new user here - 1996 rt/10 gen 1 motor. Couple of things I could use some guidance on - first I am replacing the head gaskets with the new multi layered ones. Having trouble locating a stud kit for the heads. ARP has a set for gen II but not gen I. Any one know of another supplier?

Secondly - overheating - I know Im in Phoenix, but the car used to run at 195 and now runs at consistent 220. I did all the burping and all that and still ahve the issue. Will "water wetter" additive make a difference? Will having the new head gaskets reduce seepage and therefore reduce temps? Anything else I should look at?

Thanks to all, and thanks for newbie tolerance....

[CHAD]

I would stop driving it if the head gaskets need replacing.

Why stud a stock motor? I would buy new bolts from a dealership. Consult someone like Chuck Tator at Tator's Dodge for gaskets, bolts, etc.

Good luck.

[No Man]

Don't listen to Chad, he doesn't even know where the AEM is located on his own car.

[yellowstain]

Your avatar has changed again Noman. Can you feel the heat from North Korea? we are closing in on you.

[CHAD]

Originally Posted by No Man

Don't listen to Chad, he doesn't even know where the AEM is located on his own car.

But I know where my head gasket bill is located.

[99 RT/10]

Get stock head bolts from Tator's Dodge, 914-763-3136

[darrela]

thanks - I have stopped driving it and am changing the gaskets. ARP is making a custom stud kit. the heads were off about .007 of an inch from true, i would suppose due to warpage. The studs should offer a better situation? thanks!