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Originally Posted by old splicer
Is there anything else besides the standard Model A headstuds that retain the head to the block? Back half of head has pulled up a little but the front half is rock solid and I'm afraid if I use my head puller it will brake the head in the middle. The motor is stuck and its been on an acetone and ATF soak for a week
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I've had the same problem on some heads. I lay the sharp edge of a large knife against the middle of the head gasket, then tap it in with a hammer. I usuall start at the front corner of the head, then use a second knife on the other corner. If the head is stuck tight all the way around then do the same on the rear corners. You could also buy 4 butter knives at a second hand store and sharpen the edge, and use them instead of your wifes good knives.
Once the head starts lifting then double up on the knife or use a broad thin wood chisel to keep working the head up.
Using a narrow tool, like a screwdrive or chisel, can casue damage to the head, unless it's already fairly loose.