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 Posted: 05-03-2005 01:10 pm
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Brian Kelly

 

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 In addition to the above I’d consider having all four spark plug threads heli-coiled with stainless coils.  Doesn’t cost much and you will never have to worry about those weak aluminum threads again.

Also replace the rear frost plug (or all frost plugs) since it can only be gotten to with the head off.  Nothing like getting it all back together, engine back in, only to find out that you’ve got coolant leaking from the rear frost plug.  Been there – done that!

Once Head is done with valves installed perform a simple leak test by laying the head on its side and fill the ports with mineral spirits.  If the valves and seats are ground properly you should see no leakage past the valve-seat interface.

Hope this helps,

Brian