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ARP Main Stud Kit for Ford 4.6L & 5.4L 2V/3V/4V without windage tray

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ARP156-5401
672036004484
Main Stud & Bolt Kits
1 Units In Stock - Ships Next Business Day
$ 142.17
$ 142.17

SKU: 156-5401 | UPC: 672036004484

ARP Main Stud Kit for Ford 4.6L & 5.4L 2V/3V/4V without windage tray

This ARP main stud kit secures the main caps in Ford 4.6L and 5.4L Modular engines with 2V 3V or 4V heads where no windage tray is used. It fits 1996-2014 Mustangs F-150s Expeditions and more preventing main cap walk and fretting while safeguarding block threads. Built from premium 8740 chrome moly steel these studs deliver unmatched clamping force for high-horsepower builds.

Key Features

  • 8740 Chrome Moly Construction: Heat-treated in-house to 190,000 PSI tensile strength for extreme durability under boost or high RPM
  • Precision J-Form Threads: Rolled after heat-treat creating threads 2000% stronger than off-the-shelf fasteners to resist fatigue
  • Complete Kit Contents: Includes hardened parallel-ground washers and 12-point nuts for even load distribution and secure assembly
  • Cap Walk Elimination: Locks main caps firmly in place reducing distortion and ensuring consistent oil pressure in performance engines
  • Black Oxide Finish: Provides corrosion resistance and smooth installation in demanding engine environments made in USA

Product Notes

  • Designed for Ford Modular engines without windage tray provisions
  • Inspect block threads prior to installation for optimal performance
  • Weight 1.81 lbs ships in compact protective packaging

Installation Notes

  • Professional installation recommended.
  • Torque to ARP specifications using moly assembly lube on threads and under nut faces
  • Compatible with stock main caps no windage tray required

This Part Fits

Year Make Model Submodel
1996-2004 Ford Mustang GT 4.6L 2V
1999-2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 4.6L 4V
2003-2004 Ford Mustang Mach 1 4.6L 4V
2005-2010 Ford Mustang GT 4.6L 3V
1997-2010 Ford F-150 4.6L 5.4L
1997-2006 Ford Expedition 4.6L 5.4L
1999-2006 Ford F-250 5.4L
1998-2006 Lincoln Navigator 5.4L
2002-2010 Ford Explorer 4.6L
1998-2011 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6L

Why Choose ARP?

  • Decades of motorsport dominance with fasteners in NHRA Top Fuel and Pro Stock engines
  • In-house heat treatment and thread rolling for consistent quality control
  • Proven reliability in millions of high-performance installations worldwide

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Will this kit fit my 2005 Mustang GT 4.6L 3V without windage tray?
    A: Yes it directly fits 2005-2010 Mustang GT 4.6L 3V engines with no windage tray using stock main caps
  • Q: What material and strength rating does ARP use?
    A: 8740 chrome moly steel heat-treated to 190,000 PSI with rolled J-form threads for superior fatigue resistance
  • Q: Does ARP offer a warranty on this main stud kit?
    A: ARP provides a lifetime warranty against fastener breakage when installed and torqued per instructions

Shipping & Handling

  • Method: UPS Ground
  • Availability: In stock - ships same or next business day
  • Packaging: Secure box 10 x 6 x 2 inches
  • Weight: 1.81 lbs

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