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Seat diameter is about 2.07” as near as I can measure and about .325” deep from the machined surface of the head(gasket surface).

Went ahead and broke out the cracked piece. Not as bad as I feared. Since the intake valve has a hardened seat already do I have room...

Just found a potential problem with the damaged head. Apparently a valve was dropped in the past. Hardened seat on intake side and a...

3844465 intake/3830817 heads. Probably going with Edlbrock aluminum intake.

Considered aluminum heads but 3 grand is a bit much for power I can’t really put to the ground without spending more there. Another $500...

Looks good but too far to think about. I see this engine build as a learning project. As long as we keep learning we keep living. I...

Thanks for all the welcomes. As usual I have another question. Are bronze guides required or recommended with stainless valves? I have...

Will finish disassembly today. Rod journals look great dispute some bearing scoring. Dead on .02 under. Apparently not clean when...

I was wondering about the pistons. I have included a picture. When I searched it tractor websites came up. Are pistons ordered by...

Will finish tearing down today or tomorrow and get out the mics. Was a machinist so inspecting the parts is not a problem. Had planned...

After pulling the pan I confirmed whoever put this thing together put two of the piston/rod assemblies in the wrong holes. So far...

The car is solid. Someone painted it but shouldn’t have. I will repaint after the motor is sorted. Gentleman restoring it passed away to...

Thanks for the welcome. I struggle with these types of boards. I am severely technically challenged . It will take me time to learn how...

Hello to all. I have been restoring cars as a hobby for years and always wanted a 409. The opportunity came up when a 62 SS four speed...