Head Swap and casting numbers
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Head Swap and casting numbers
Hello all, I finally checked my engine castings numbers: EBP-6015-L. Vin: F10J8R14050. From research on this forum, I think this is the original 223 engine for my 1958 f100. What does the L stand for?
I will need to replace the head gasket, and while the head is off, I have been thinking of swapping it with one for sale locally that has allegedly been rebuilt with hardened seats, and which has a few miles on it.
Do head swaps usually work out? What should I look for when examining this head? I thought I'd bring a head gasket with me to make sure it fits right? Is there a way to make sure the seats have been hardened. It's selling for 200 bucks, but I think that it's flexible.
Thanks!
I will need to replace the head gasket, and while the head is off, I have been thinking of swapping it with one for sale locally that has allegedly been rebuilt with hardened seats, and which has a few miles on it.
Do head swaps usually work out? What should I look for when examining this head? I thought I'd bring a head gasket with me to make sure it fits right? Is there a way to make sure the seats have been hardened. It's selling for 200 bucks, but I think that it's flexible.
Thanks!
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The newer one isn't all that new--I think 1960, so two years newer, but I haven't checked the casting numbers on it yet. Is there a way to tell if it was properly machined or machined at all--in case the guy who has it is misinformed? Thanks,
What type of sealer do you recommend for head gaskets? Do you recommend chasing the threads before torquing down?
What type of sealer do you recommend for head gaskets? Do you recommend chasing the threads before torquing down?
