If your a talented person,

You can replace the valve guides yourself. I've done it and if you are careful- a light lapping and the valves will seat fine.

I would guess your valves and seats probably need grinding though..... On some engines- valves can be found for $2-5 and it's easier than grinding.

While I have not checked lately- Blaines engine supply in dallas use to be dirt cheap on parts... might want to check them out. They were about 20% of the my next closest price when I've done american iron rebuilds.



Michael

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Michael McGuire
83 300d
01 vw A4 TDI
66 Chevy Corsa
68 GMC V6 w/oD
86 300E