Gator Fasteners
Gator Fasteners manufactures high-quality
Head Studs,
Main Studs, and fasteners for a wide variety of diesel applications. Factory head bolts are infamous for being the Achilles’ heel of many diesel engines. When you add performance upgrades that increase cylinder pressure, it’s vital to make sure that you also install dependable studs to prevent catastrophic engine damage. Gator has garnered trust from customers rebuilding their engines due to performance upgrades thanks to their commitment to continuous testing and attention to detail. Manufactured in an ISO/TS 16949 quality control factory, each Gator Fasteners product is rated for higher strength than the factory and will not stretch. Whether you’re building a tow rig, race truck, or daily driver, Gator has what your Ford Powerstroke, Dodge Ram Diesel, or Chevy/GMC Duramax needs.
To achieve the level of strength required from their studs, Gator produces their studs from 8740 steel with an added proprietary element. In addition to their solid construction, the studs are also rolled for added strength. For vehicle owners and engine builders who are looking for durable and dependable fasteners, Gator produces the
Heavy Duty Head Stud Kit and
Heavy Duty Main Stud Kit. These Heavy Duty Stud Kits are engineered to handle increased torque and horsepower. These kits are the perfect addition to your rig whether your vehicle has increased power levels or you want a little bit more dependability in your stock truck. These 10mm studs test out at a max load over 120KN and feature a tensile strength of over 221K psi. Each kit comes with a four-ounce bottle of Gator’s specially formulated assembly lubricant, Gator Juice. This lubricant provides dry start protection with over 2000 PPM of Zinc. Gator Juice also delivers long lasting corrosion resistance and features a strong and tacky adherence.
For applications that require greater holding power such as sled pullers or drag racers, Gator provides their
Competition Series Head Stud Kit. The head studs included in this kit further improve upon the clamping power of the Heavy Duty Kits. When installing either a Gator Head Stud or Main Stud Kit, it's important to also get the proper Gator
Thread Cleaning Chaser as well. Thread Chasers help eliminate any debris in the threads of your engine block and ensure they are clear prior to the installation of your head or main studs. Gator also provides high-quality
Connecting Rod Bolts,
Harmonic Balancer Bolts,
Exhaust Manifold Studs, and other components. Shop Gator Fastener products at XDP today and ensure you have the proper head studs, main studs, and fasteners you need for your engine rebuild.