ARP bolts findanza flywheel

[NeMiZiS]

I'm going to instal this light weight Findanza flywheel, on my 90 Tsi.
After searching this I feel I'm getting mixed results.
I ordered some ARP flywheel bolts from DSMgraveyard, they sent me a 8 bolt package that says toyota.
I guess these toyota ARP flywheel bolts, is what is used on a 4g63.
I read I either have to cut the bolts or use a bottoming tap on the crank.
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/articles-drivetrain/371762-arp-supra-flywheel-bolts-cut-shorter-4g63.html
Then I read, I need to use an Automatic spacer so the bolts don't dig into the flywheel.
http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/newbie-forum/328665-arp-flywheel-bolts.html
I would like to hear from people who installed this flywheel and what they did.
Do I have to have this A/T spacer and should I cut the bolts or tap the crank?
Thanks for any input.

 

[99gst_racer]

We used them on my roommate's old '97 GST and I ended up bottom tapping the crank. But if I ever do it again, I'd try the A/T spacer instead.

And yes, the Toyota bolts are correct. ARP doesn't make a set for the 4G63, so we just use the 8-pc Toyota kit.

 

[NeMiZiS]

Do you think just using the spacer will eat up enough of the extra threads?
Or should I use a spacer and still tap the crank?
Thanks

 

[H4G64T]

I think it's not even worth the money. Return them and run some new DSM OEM ones. I have never heard of one person ever having a problem with OEMs.

 

[99gst_racer]

Do you think just using the spacer will eat up enough of the extra threads?
Or should I use a spacer and still tap the crank?
Thanks

The spacer should provide the perfect amount of thread engagement without needing to bottom tap the holes. Try running one of the bolts through the holes just to make sure though.

I think it's not even worth the money. Return them and run some new DSM OEM ones. I have never heard of one person ever having a problem with OEMs.

The issue is that some flywheels have a thicker hub than OE, so you could lose precious thread engagement with the OE bolts. The ARPs are a bit longer, which solves the issue.

 

[NeMiZiS]

Thanks for the replies.
I guess I have to put everything on hold, until I get an A/T spacer.
Now time to post a WTB add.

 

[DSMer541]

I got the flywheel bolt kit from FFWD, pretty sure they are ARP's, also came with a spacer.... I didnt have to do anything besides put thread lock on them and install, never had a problem.... p.s. I'm also useing a Fidanza flywheel.