Is this head ok to install?
Is this head ok to install? Hey guys/gals. I bought a set of heads and received them a few weeks ago. I was looking at them today and noticed small knicks on the corner of one of the heads. I've read on here how certain scratches or knicks will not let a head sit flush on the block when installed. So, this may seem like a dumb question but does this head look ok to install as is or should it be cleaned up a bit? Thanks!
ps: i know it may seem like a dumb question but I'm a newb when it comes to this stuff. Oh and sorry for the crappy pics, camara phone is all Ive got.
ps: i know it may seem like a dumb question but I'm a newb when it comes to this stuff. Oh and sorry for the crappy pics, camara phone is all Ive got.
i would file the bulge of those areas that extend downward (to the block) as flat as possible by hand and run it.
if you have a dremel a stone bit or otherwise will clean that up in about 5 seconds.
if you have a dremel a stone bit or otherwise will clean that up in about 5 seconds.
No dont install like that, you definately need to knock those dings off, as he stated use a file, be careful cause you are just tryin to get it flat, take too much off and thatll be a problem. A good slow filing, by hand, On just the dings until flat will work.
Thank you all for the great responses! I'll file them by hand and be extra careful as I go. Also, having them checked by a machine shop sounds like a good idea...thanks again.
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