John,
If you did NOT have any broken spring piece (foreign metal matter)enter the
cylinder via the valves, then you'll be fine. Once apart, you may very well
note some slight 'ding' marks in the carbon atop the piston, assuming that your
valve was actually tapping it, as you've suggested. They shouldn't be of any
concern, as can be rubbed/buffed off (or simply left as they are).
(or am I confused with someone else's post re a broken spring?)
Just my opinion, but go with the double springs if you can. I've lost push
rods before because of the single springs. Next rebuild, I'm going double
springs to prevent this.
Best of luck!
And to the 'other' John... thanks for the idea! I've never even considered
removing the head with the manifold attached (doh!)
Gary
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