Core Performance Head Stud Kit Gen 4 LS2 LS3 LS7

Core Performance Head Stud Kit – Gen IV LS2, LS3 & LS7

Upgrade your LS engine with the Core Performance Head Stud Kit, engineered to provide superior cylinder head clamping strength for high-performance and boosted applications. Designed specifically for Gen IV LS2, LS3, and LS7 engines, this premium stud kit replaces factory torque-to-yield head bolts with high-strength fasteners that deliver consistent clamping force and improved head gasket sealing under extreme cylinder pressures. Similar premium LS head stud kits utilize heat-treated chromoly steel with tensile strengths around 190,000–200,000 PSI for enhanced durability and reliability.

Features & Benefits

• Precision-manufactured high-strength alloy steel construction
• Increased clamping force compared to OEM head bolts
• Helps prevent cylinder head lift in high-horsepower, nitrous, turbocharged, and supercharged applications
• Reusable design for multiple engine rebuilds
• Precision-machined threads for accurate torque retention
• Includes hardened washers and high-strength nuts for even load distribution
• Corrosion-resistant finish for long-term durability
• Direct fit for Gen IV LS2, LS3, and LS7 engines

Kit Contents

• Complete set of cylinder head studs
• High-strength 12-point nuts
• Hardened parallel-ground washers
• Installation instructions

Applications

• GM Gen IV LS2
• GM Gen IV LS3
• GM Gen IV LS7
• Compatible with most aftermarket LS-based blocks utilizing factory-style head fastener locations

Whether you're building a street performance engine, drag racing setup, or high-boost forced induction combination, the Core Performance Head Stud Kit provides the strength and reliability needed to keep your cylinder heads securely sealed under the most demanding conditions.