{"product_id":"arp-ford-modular-4-6-5-4l-3-valve-12-pt-head-stud-kit","title":"ARP Cylinder Head Stud Kit for Ford 4.6L \u0026 5.4L 3V ARP2000","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003e256-4202\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 672036035488\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARP Cylinder Head Stud Kit for Ford 4.6L \u0026amp; 5.4L 3V ARP2000 (2004-2010)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquip your Ford 4.6L or 5.4L 3-valve engine with this ARP Pro Series cylinder head stud kit designed for 2004-2010 Mustang GT F-150 Expedition and similar models. Crafted from ARP2000 alloy heat-treated to 220000 PSI these studs ensure consistent clamping force to resist head lift under high boost or compression. 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