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 Post subject: Valve Spring Seats
PostPosted: Mon Oct 15, 2012 8:10 am 
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I'm looking at running a different set of valves, but the new valve is .060" shorter than stock. Any issues machining the spring seats .060" to accomodate the change in overall length?

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I have wondered this same thing, but have not gotten confident answers from head experts. 0.060" may be OK, but you might want to experiment with a junk head first. You can always use Ford or Chev SB V8 valves, which are about 0.100" longer...

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I wonder if a recessed retainer would cure any potential problems...

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Is your valvetrain going to be adjustable or non-adjustable. The tip height could also be .060" shorter as well and cause issues if your using a non-adjustable rocker arm.

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