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Old 08-31-2009, 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by ericnova72
On top of what the Inspector said, NEVER sink a valve seat to get installed height, that is the absolute wrong way to do the job. Correct way is to cut the spring seat, use a different retainer, and/or you can get +.050" and -.050" installed height valve locks also.
Thanks Eric, forgot about the lock fix.
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