Junk or fixable?

[Simonpie]

S this B head has a crack through one of the "steam holes" is this fixable? I don't need it right now. I just need to know if I should toss it or save it for some future project or swap meet.


Simon

[ursus]

That crack needs no fix, unless you want to spend money and possibly end up with some other problem. I would run it as is.

[Mike V. Florida]

It can be "stitched" up.

[Tom Wesenberg]

Originally Posted by ursus

That crack needs no fix, unless you want to spend money and possibly end up with some other problem. I would run it as is.

I agree, and I'd just use it.
If you want more power, then now is a good time for the 5.5 head.

[SeaSlugs]

If you look close that crack also extends to the combustion chamber which does need to be fixed unless you like water loss and overheating cars :P

[Simonpie]

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Yes, the crack does continue into the combustion chamber. I think I got my answer. I won't throw it away, but keep it for future repair, use or trading material. Thanks.

[SeaSlugs]

Originally Posted by Simonpie

Yes, the crack does continue into the combustion chamber. I think I got my answer. I won't throw it away, but keep it for future repair, use or trading material. Thanks.

Just be honest when using for trades or selling - circle the crack with a paint pen or sharpie or something - Ive seen numerous model A heads that have cracks people are trying to sell and they always say "I checked it over and didnt see any" yet if you fine tooth comb it there is a crack... Or it came off a running car - they dont say WHY it came off a running car...

When at swap meets it never hurts to have a strip of 500-1000 grit sandpaper in your wallet so upon inspecting you cant tell if its surface rust or a crack a quick little scuff will tell your answer. If the seller doesnt want you to do this they are hiding something.

yes its small enough it can be fixed so I wouldn't scrap it.