{"product_id":"bps-caterpillar-c15-cryo-treated-head-stud-kit","title":"BPS Caterpillar C15 Cryo-Treated Head Stud Kit","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDominate Every Haul: BPS Cryo-Treated C15 Head Stud Kit – Unbreakable Clamping Power for Your CAT Engine with the BPS Cryo-Treated Caterpillar C15 Head Stud Kit – engineered for serious performance and unbeatable reliability in the toughest diesel applications.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eThis premium head stud kit is the ultimate upgrade for CAT C15, 3406E, C16, C15 ACERT, and C18 engines. Featuring full cryogenic treatment (cooled to -310°F with liquid nitrogen to eliminate residual stresses), followed by precise tempering, these studs, nuts, and washers provide superior material integrity, smoother installation, and exceptional torque retention that standard or even many other kits can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eWhether you're pushing high horsepower, running heavy hauls, or doing a performance rebuild, the BPS C15 cryo head stud kit ensures maximum clamping force without stud twisting, reduced risk of head lift or gasket failure, and long-term durability that keeps your engine sealed and performing mile after mile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eBacked by our \u003cb\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/b\u003e (excluding abuse) and built with the same quality standards as all BPS products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCryogenic Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e — Deep-frozen to -310°F then tempered for maximum strength, fatigue resistance, and torque retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Clamping Force\u003c\/strong\u003e — Achieves even pressure across the cylinder head without shaft twisting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoother Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Color-coded studs by length, separately bagged nuts\/washers for fast, organized assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT40 Torx Broach in Every Stud\u003c\/strong\u003e — Makes installation and removal significantly easier with common tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Friction Install Lubricant Included\u003c\/strong\u003e — Reduces friction during torquing for more accurate preload and protection of the studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20% Tighter Clamp Load Consistency\u003c\/strong\u003e — Delivers up to 20% more consistent clamping force than traditional head bolts for superior head gasket sealing and long-term reliability, max torque spec 440 ft\/lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Installation Thread Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stud threads see only one installation; the block threads are protected from repeated wear and damage during future rebuilds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable Durability\u003c\/strong\u003e — Maintains integrity through multiple rebuilds – outperforms standard bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fits Caterpillar 3406E, C15, C16, C15 ACERT, and C18 in on-highway and industrial applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOE Torque Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Follows factory sequence – no special procedures needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBPS Branded Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — Trusted by diesel owners who demand the best\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IPD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48528417718455,"sku":"BPS-C15CHSKFR","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0533\/6724\/2935\/files\/c15stud3.jpg?v=1780754560","url":"https:\/\/bpsdiesel.com\/products\/bps-caterpillar-c15-cryo-treated-head-stud-kit","provider":"BPS Diesel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}