bent valves

[abatzis2@hotmail.com (Michael Abatzis)]

how do you know they're bent? i have a couple of heads if you want to 
contact me off list. and i've never heard of a big valve 16v either.
-michael

>From: Shayrock@aol.com

>        Thats right I'm an IDIOT and apparently don't know what I'm doing.  
>I
>found TDC by looking at marks on flywheel and tranny and lined up all marks
>on the cams.  When I tightened the tensioner the cam moved maybe 1/8" .  I
>find it hard to believe thats what did it.
>        Anyway I guess its time to get the head rebuilt.  Does anyone know 
>of
>a reputable shop or someone who can do the job in the CT area.  Also
>wondering about the advantages (if any) to buying a head from a tuner like
>Autotech.  I know they have a big valve head for the 16v.
>        I had never done any engine internal work before.  Thi is an 
>expensive
>lesson but I guess this is how you learn.
>
>send any and as much input as possible
>
>Shamus
>


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