Remove single Cyl. Head
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Remove single Cyl. Head
Can it be done on late model EFI? I have what I believe to be a bent/chipped intake valve on one bank. The others are fine on the both banks. I don't have the $$$ to get both heads completely redone yet, but I need to get this thing operating. Oh, and does anybody know where I can buy a single head gasket? Intake Gasket? Or at least the intake manifolds w/o the upper plenum gaskets? Is it advisable to just stick in a new valve, or is it Necessary to have it machined. I know one really should, but do they need to for only a couple months? Thanks.
Oh, I should clarify, I mean remove one head without completely removing the intake manifold, just unbolt from the left head, and disconnect anything in the way.
Oh, I should clarify, I mean remove one head without completely removing the intake manifold, just unbolt from the left head, and disconnect anything in the way.
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You'll have to break the seal on the intake manifold to remove either of the heads, so make it easy on yourself and pull the intake.
Also if a valve is bad the seat probably needs to be re-cut too otherwise it won't seal properly. Good chance if the valve has been moving around then the valve-guide is worn also.
Buying a complete engine gasket set will be cheaper in the long run. A whole gasket kit including both head gaskets are only around $42 from Jegs or Summit.
Deen
Also if a valve is bad the seat probably needs to be re-cut too otherwise it won't seal properly. Good chance if the valve has been moving around then the valve-guide is worn also.
Buying a complete engine gasket set will be cheaper in the long run. A whole gasket kit including both head gaskets are only around $42 from Jegs or Summit.
Deen
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