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Old 03-11-2009, 06:37 PM
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Originally Posted by babymog View Post
I agree Jim, and I've been lucky enough to have a few of those up to 250,000miles verified by removing and inspecting/testing one of them.

However, given a choice, I'd prefer to install a later head with the thicker material between the combustion chamber and water jacket.

If you find a verified good #14 for the right price though, worth considering.

Yea, my friend couldn't turn down the deal, only a buck and half for a good #14 head....

Jim
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