SKU: 208-4304 | UPC: 672036030179
ARP 1993-2001 Honda Prelude H22 A4 VTEC Head Stud Kit
ARP Head Stud Kit 208-4304 upgrades Honda H22A1 H22A4 VTEC engines in 1993-2001 Prelude models with stronger fasteners than OEM bolts. This kit maintains consistent clamp load under high cylinder pressures for boosted street or track setups. Precision engineering ensures repeatable torque values and resistance to fatigue.
Key Features
- Genuine ARP Fasteners: Forged 8740 chromoly construction handles extreme loads in racing applications
- Stud Design: Minimizes cylinder block thread damage while providing even gasket compression
- Rolled Threads: Increases fatigue strength by 130 percent over cut threads for long-term reliability
- Matched Hardware: Includes washers and instructions for bolt-on replacement without custom machining
- High-Performance Rating: Rated for up to 200000 PSI tensile strength in demanding H22 builds
Product Notes
- Use ARP Ultra-Torque lubricant on threads and under washer faces for accurate torque readings
- Inspect head gasket surface flatness before installation to prevent leaks
- Ships in protective packaging measuring 2 x 6 x 7 inches
Installation Notes
- Professional installation recommended.
- Torque to ARP specs in three stages starting at 30 ft-lbs then 60 then final value after heat cycle
- Compatible with MLS or composite head gaskets used in H22A engines
This Part Fits
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993-1996 | Honda | Prelude | VTEC |
| 1997-2001 | Honda | Prelude | Base |
| 1997-2001 | Honda | Prelude | Type SH |
Why Choose ARP?
- ARP fasteners power wins in NHRA Top Fuel and Pro Stock racing
- Each kit undergoes rigorous testing for clamp load retention
- Precision manufacturing from aerospace-grade alloys ensures zero defects
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Will this kit fit 1998 Honda Prelude Type SH H22A4 engine?
A: Yes ARP 208-4304 directly replaces OEM head bolts on all 1997-2001 Prelude H22A4 models including Type SH with ATTS -
Q: What material are the studs made from?
A: Constructed from heat-treated 8740 chromoly steel with rolled threads rated over 200000 PSI tensile strength -
Q: Does ARP offer a warranty on this head stud kit?
A: Backed by ARP one-year unlimited mileage warranty when installed and torqued per instructions
Shipping & Handling
- Method: UPS Ground
- Availability: In stock - ships same or next business day
- Packaging: Protective box 2 x 6 x 7 inches
- Weight: 1.48 lbs
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ARP (Automotive Racing Products) is the world’s premier manufacturer of high-strength engine and driveline fasteners—head studs and bolts, main studs, rod bolts, and more—engineered and manufactured in-house from start to finish for race-proven reliability. With vertically integrated processes that include cold heading, machining, heat-treating, thread rolling after heat treat, and rigorous QA, ARP maintains aerospace-level certifications (ISO 9001 and AS9100) and validates every part for repeatable clamp load and fatigue resistance. Signature alloys such as 8740 chromoly, ARP2000, L19, and Custom Age 625+ deliver ultimate tensile strengths up to the super-alloy range, while ARP Ultra-Torque fastener assembly lubricant helps achieve consistent pre-load during installation. From street performance builds to professional motorsport programs, ARP fasteners provide precise fitment, superior metallurgy, and the durability needed to keep engines together at elevated cylinder pressures and...
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