Re: straight 8 head resurface

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2023/7/3 12:29:31

The most basic and simple test for valve clearances to the head; just drop the head over the studs onto the block (NO FASTERNERS) without the gasket and crank the engine over slowly, by hand preferred. If the head wobbles or moves in the least, you have negative clearance (i.e. at least one valve is hitting the top of the combustion chamber). Time to go shopping for a new head.