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Old Jul 23, 2022 | 07:12 PM
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Default 243 Heads- Can this be repaired?

I bought these heads used and one cylinder appears to have some porosity or possibly some damage that was repaired previously. I am wondering if this imperfection can be machined out. I have emailed Texas Speed and awaiting a reply, so I figured I would get your input. I plan on sending these in to Texas Speed for their CNC porting option.





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It’s a non issue. But I’m sure Texas Speed could very easily weld that if it bothers you.
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Old Jul 24, 2022 | 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted by RonSSNova
It’s a non issue. But I’m sure Texas Speed could very easily weld that if it bothers you.
This!! If coolant was present, the chamber would be cleaner than a washed baby's *** covered in baby powder!!
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Originally Posted by RonSSNova
It’s a non issue.

This...

Sometime something spent a small amount of time bouncing around in that cylinder.

(I've ran WAY worse in a pinch without a problem)
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Agreed. Easily could be welded, or run as is.
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Old Jul 25, 2022 | 02:25 PM
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Thanks for everyone's input, I appreciate it.
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Old Jul 25, 2022 | 03:29 PM
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No biggie and if you mill, they'll be even less... Good luck with your project...
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