ARP 12-Point Head Stud Kit for Volkswagen/Audi 1.8T & 2.0L 20V 5-Cylinder (1996–2001)

Description

Strengthen your VW/Audi 5-cylinder 20V diesel engine with ARP’s premium Pro Series Head Stud Kit. Designed with 12-point nuts and manufactured from high-strength chromoly, this kit is ideal for high-performance and racing applications. These studs offer excellent durability, heat resistance, and clamping force.

Engineered for precision, the ARP head studs are heat-treated, centerless ground, and thread-rolled after heat treatment for maximum fatigue strength—up to 2000% stronger than standard studs. This ensures optimal head gasket sealing and reliability under high-stress conditions.

Features:

• Includes 12PT nuts and black oxide finish
• Forged from premium-grade 8740 chromoly steel
• Heat-treated to 200,000+ psi tensile strength
• Centerless ground for perfect concentricity
• Thread-rolled after heat treatment for strength
• Equal stud stretch for balanced clamping force
• Ideal for race, turbo, or high-performance builds
• Fits 20V 5-Cyl VW/Audi 2.0L Diesel engines

Specifications:

• Fastener Style: Stud
• Undercut Stud: No
• Head Style: 12-point
• Fastener Material: 8740 chromoly
• Fastener Color: Black
• Washers Included: Yes
• Quantity: Sold as a kit

Included:

• (1) Head Stud Kit

Fitment:

• 1996–2001 Audi A4 1.8T 20V Turbo (B5, AEB, ATW, AWM engines)
• 1998–2005 Audi TT 1.8T 20V Turbo (AWP, AMU engines)
• 1997–2006 Volkswagen Golf/GTI 1.8T 20V
• 1999–2005 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8T 20V
• 2000–2005 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T 20V
• 1997–2001 Audi A6 1.8T/2.0L 20V 5-Cylinder (where equipped)

Note:

• Lifetime Warranty  
• Fits 20-valve engines only

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