Re: [FWDLK] Re-Building a 230 Cu. In. Flathead

[Jack Johnson <johnaire@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

My Rebuilder said that my engine had the hardeded seats from the factory on
my 55 Plymouth.
Jack in shnglehouse, Pa



> > Things to watch out for:
> >
> > If your block doesn't have hardened valve seats, make sure your motor
man
> > puts them in.  Fortunately, the block I bought had them.  It will add to
the
> > price, but today's no-lead higher-octane fuels will burn up non-hardened
> > seats.
>
> *snip*
>
>
> Actually, they thought this would be a problem, but its not. I would
> personally replace them for the sake of having a nice, tight engine, but
> the valve seats won't be hurt. I've spoken to a few mechanics on this, and
> they haven't seen any problems in relation to this (out of curiosity, has
> anyone?). Anyway, good luck
>
> ~dave
>
> '61 Newport
> '67 Kaiser M-715
> '91 Toyota pickup
>
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