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can the small valve 186 castings be converted to the large valve
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can the small valve 186 castings be converted to the large valve
Absolutely commonly done.
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Don't forget to unshroud the intake valve area in the combustion chamber, otherwise just stay with the 1.94's as they will flow better without the cut.
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Try to find pictures of the original Z28 LT1 heads and copy them. It's more than just putting in larger valves. The combustion chambers also need to be modified.
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Will it run any better or worse with the small valve heads on a lt1 350
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I doubt you will be able to feel any difference
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If you are running exhaust manifolds and full exhaust, don't bother.
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