resurfacing valves
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resurfacing valves
Is there an economical tool for resurfacing valves and seats? I was thinking of buying a system like we used in highschool(early 80s). The ones I can find are way out of my price range. I just thought since I know how to do the valve job,I might as well do it if the equipment doesnt cost too much.
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There are some really cheapy fixtures that you can clamp in a vise, but I would not trust them to be accurate enough.
I would think that you could find an old machine if you look around. I saw an old Sioux machine in our local Bargain Newspaper not too long ago for $400. It included a valve facing machine and a hard seat grinder. For that money I don't know what condition the stuff was in. If you could find something like that you would probably have to buy a few stones and pilots for whatever you work on.
Good luck,
Doc
I would think that you could find an old machine if you look around. I saw an old Sioux machine in our local Bargain Newspaper not too long ago for $400. It included a valve facing machine and a hard seat grinder. For that money I don't know what condition the stuff was in. If you could find something like that you would probably have to buy a few stones and pilots for whatever you work on.
Good luck,
Doc
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valve refacers
I have used seat cutters from this company. I have also used their valve refacing tool. It does a pretty good job. I prefer my old Sioux valve refacing machine, but I have gotten very good results with their "Gizmatic" valve refacer. Don't let the name fool you. These folks make a high quality product.
http://www.newayts.com.au/refacers.htm
http://www.newayts.com.au/refacers.htm
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Originally Posted by zmanranger
Thanks. Thats just the kind of thing I was looking for. How are their prices?
I know that is an Australian website. I only did a very quick search. They have a US division, however.
NEWAY Manufacturing, Inc.
1013 North Shiawassee Street
P.O. Box 188
Corunna, Michegan 48817
toll free 800-248-3889
They were very helpful and friendly to me on the phone. My order was processed promptly.
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