In a message dated 98-03-12 09:43:36 EST, VolksMD@AOL.COM writes: << As I am pulling out the valves one of the valve seats well out like a loose ring on a skinny finger.... I found a place in cali that will re-furb the head for me, but I want to do it myself... >> Don't. Find a pro. These heads are notorious for dropping the seats like this. Find a machine shop that specializes in VW heads, and will offer a reasonable warrantee or order rebuilt heads through Ron, Kyle, someone else trustworthy. It completely sucks to have to shell out HUNDREDS MORE $$$ when you drop a seat in 10k just cause you were a cheapskate today. gmbulley cary, nc |
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