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Old 10-25-2021, 01:39 PM   #9
Ronnieroadster
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Default Re: Valve seat inserts.

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Originally Posted by Craig CT View Post
Hi Ronnieroadster; How much OD do you add to the seat insert after the block has been prepped? Thanks Craig.


When I place an order with Tucker I tell them the now round finished valve seat bore diameter in the block. From that information they then decide the proper additional amount needed for the new valve seats so they stay in place once I install them.
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