I purchased a b16a head and noticed some of the journals were worn and had grooves in them. I was wondering if this is repairable or not. Is it also worth it to do so if possible? I did a search and didnt get much feedback. Just want to know if it is worth keeping or returning for my money back. Any help/opinions would be great.


**I purchased the head for $300 with everything but manifolds and dizzy**


There are about 3 journals in this condition.


Fairly deep grooves.







Modified by Mr.EF at 5:39 PM 12/10/2006

 

Pictures are too blurry to tell but it could be normal wear, as they tend to look odd stock. I say if its not deep enough to catch your finger nail let it alone. Last resort it could be sent off to ENDYN and be line honed.

 

retake the pics again, but this time in macro mode. clearity makes the difference if you want opinion in on the head.

 

ok thanks..will retake pics.

 

The head is junk.

I will give you $5 for it.

 

For the condition and Price...Return or Fix? Any help would be appreciated. Please.

 

Im assuming you can catch those grooves with a fingernail. If you can, to be safe you should have some work done.

 

So should I return it for a refund...or it might be worth it to get it machined? For 300 bucks im not sure.. How much you think it will cost to get it fixed?

 

You can pick up good cylinder head castings for $4-600. The machine work will put you right around there as well, so its up to you. Personally id rather have an unmolested head.

 

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I agree 100% unless it was already ported... Then it might be worth sticking some money into.

 

ill sell u a 99 for a better price and throw that sh*t back at the guy who sold it to u

 

Ok..thanks guys..let me do some stretchin so I dont pull any muscles throwin IT at his face. Thanks to all for everything. You guys were a huge help.