Max, you make a good point. Not about the present value of the dollar vs 15
years ago; but on how much should you spend on a 'rebuilt' head. If you
have a rebuildable head you should be able to have it reground and milled
for around $100. If you need pieces add some $$$ to that number. If you
don't have a rebuildable head you'd have to buy a used one. Around here
they generally go for $150 (if they are guaranteed not to be cracked).
Larry Hoy
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-mgs@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-mgs@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Max Heim
> Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2003 5:11 PM
> To: MG List
> Subject: Re: Rebuilt Head
>
>
> Jeepers... I bought my whole motor, low-mile rebuild, with
> new big-end bearings installed (for peace of mind), for $700
> exchange. OK, that was 15 years ago...
>
> on 10/21/03 2:58 PM, Henry D. Reynolds at hdr@halsoft.com wrote:
>
> > APT sells rebuilt heads they run about $1400 exchange. but seem to
> > include all new valves, seats, springs, guides, and retainers.
> >
> > their
> >
> catalog(http://aptfast.com/APT_Parts/Bseries_Parts/b_Cylinder_
> Heads.htm)
> > says:
> >
> > 'B' Series Performance Cylinder Heads: These are fully ported heads
> > from our own head shop, and include stainless steel valves on both
> > intake & exhaust, with Manganese bronze valve guides, and
> > springs to match your cam.
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