Small-Block Chevy Heads - Installation

As for the center head nut, Bob simply chucked it into the lathe and cut only the minimum amount necessary to properly clear the valvesprings.
As for the center head nut, Bob simply chucked it into the lathe and cut only the minimum
This shot clearly shows how snuggly the turned-down head nut fit between the oversized valvesprings.
This shot clearly shows how snuggly the turned-down head nut fit between the oversized val
After a liberal amount of engine oil was applied to the lifters, they were dropped into position making sure to place the offset lifters in the correct slots. The block was then prepped for the head by installing the SCE copper head gasket with a small amount of a silicone-based sealant around each water jacket, on both sides of the gasket.
After a liberal amount of engine oil was applied to the lifters, they were dropped into po

As you can see in this shot, the oversized springs made it necessary to grind two sides of the center head washer. You can also see the added aluminum next to the intake ports in this shot. These areas were added in order to enlarge the intake ports. This is great work and should always be left to the professionals.
As you can see in this shot, the oversized springs made it necessary to grind two sides of
Next in line is the T&D Machine Products trick rocker shaft setup. You won't have to worry about rocker studs pulling out with this kit. The rockers are machined from billet 2024 aluminum and mounted to a one-piece steel stand, making for a very strong and sturdy package.
Next in line is the T&D Machine Products trick rocker shaft setup. You won't have to worry
We started off by applying a thin coat of silicone that will create a seal between the rocker stand and the boss on the head.
We started off by applying a thin coat of silicone that will create a seal between the roc

Next, the steel stand is bolted in place. Incidentally, this stand can be adjusted side-to-side for perfect alignment.
Next, the steel stand is bolted in place. Incidentally, this stand can be adjusted side-to
After the stand is torqued to the manufactured specs, the Manley 4130 swedged-end pushrods were given a lacquer thinner bath and dropped into place. Now you will find out if you placed the offset lifters in the correct spots.
After the stand is torqued to the manufactured specs, the Manley 4130 swedged-end pushrods
Yep, everything lines up perfectly, as planned. You really get a good idea of how much work went into these heads in this shot. Take a close look at the relationship between the intake pushrod and lifter and the intake port.
Yep, everything lines up perfectly, as planned. You really get a good idea of how much wor

George makes sure the lifters are adjusted and working properly before anything else goes on the engine.
George makes sure the lifters are adjusted and working properly before anything else goes
This is a turning point in the engine's assembly. Internally, everything is done and ready to be sealed in by mounting the intake and valve covers.
This is a turning point in the engine's assembly. Internally, everything is done and ready
The Brodix intake has been manufactured with special water bypass ports to better circulate water through the heads.
The Brodix intake has been manufactured with special water bypass ports to better circulat