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use the old heads or rebuild them?

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  • Start date Start date Jun 15, 2004

saniutza

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rebuild the old heads?

i'm getting my engine rebuild for 10-14lb s/c.. i already got some of the parts: DSS low comp pistons, main support, windage tray, 7qt oil pan... and now i'm deciding what other parts to buy...
becuase i don't have money for new heads i'm just gonna use the old ones... i plan to get new heads this winter but since then i thought i should use the stock ones...
my mechanicis suggesting me to buy new valve seals, springs... i don't know what to do because i don't see any point to rebuild the old heads and use them for 3-4 months...
so should i rebuild the old heads for couple of months or just use them the way they are?
 

Rick 91GT

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New seals and springs wouldn't hurt and depending on the cam you choice you may need springs anyway. Things come up this way if you can't swing the heads a few months down the road atleast you have a good reliable set. Who wants a new motor with leaky seals that cause the new motor to burn oil....
 
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