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Head Build Valve Stem Check
Performance Head Build - Some Assembly Required
The first part of checking valve-guide clearance is to mic the valve stems. If the stem measures less than 0.340 inch, it's junk, according to Alvarez. This new Manley valve comes in at 0.341, which is right on the money. This is the figure Alvarez used to set up his dial-bore gague. View Related Article
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Chevrolet Corvette Review in-depth reviews on the new Chevrolet Corvette, featuring test drives, comparisons, options, features and more. The 2010 Corvette is equipped with a V8 engine, generating 505 horsepower, and it has drivers side crash test ratings of 8 stars and passengers side crash test ratings of 8 stars.
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