Testing blocks in the home shop

[Karl Wolf]

Originally Posted by Ken/Alabama

Gotta ask, so is peening around a valve seat a bad idea? I’ve never done it but I have a Kwik-Way tool for that very purpose. Just curious

If it's to hold a loose seat in place, bad idea.
It will not transfer heat well and will likely rattle around.
May further damage the block.
If the seat fits tight, won't hurt, but no help.

Karl