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R50/53 Upgrading the head

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Old Nov 26, 2008 | 10:21 AM
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Upgrading the head
so i blew my head gasket and now im gunna port n polish it. what kinda valves n valve springs should i go with and what size?
 
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Old Nov 26, 2008 | 10:22 AM
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also where can i get a stronger head gasket
 
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