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flathead prep

Discussion in 'Flat Fender Tech' started by Andy4802, Apr 19, 2008.

  1. Andy4802

    Andy4802 Canadian Jeep junkie

    cleaned up and painted my supersonic head today. Is there anything i need to do with the base of the head? it's clean right now... no rust or pitting. Do i paint it first or install it as is? i won't have time to install it for a couple weeks and i dont want it to rust.
    Also, whats the recommended gasket for a supersonic?
    thanks again :)
     
    Andy4802, Apr 19, 2008
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  2. evanjm

    evanjm Yeah, it's got an F-head.

    you can paint it whenever you like, it won't hurt anything.

    id' check the milled surface of the head with a straight edge and see if it has any warpage. if it does (or even if it doesn't) it's a good idea to mill the head. you can use a standard L-head gasket with these.
     
    evanjm, Apr 20, 2008
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  3. Andy4802

    Andy4802 Canadian Jeep junkie

    so its ok to paint the underside?
    i checked it with the straightedge... looks straight.
     
    Andy4802, Apr 20, 2008
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  4. cpt logger

    cpt logger Member

    No! just apply some light oil to this surface. You will need to remove this oil before you install the head. Paint the surfaces that will be outside the engine when it is assembled. Good luck, Matt W.
     
    cpt logger, Apr 20, 2008
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  5. w3srl

    w3srl All-around swell dude Staff Member

    :shock:

    PLEASE don't paint the milled surface of the head!
     
    w3srl, Apr 20, 2008
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  6. Andy4802

    Andy4802 Canadian Jeep junkie

    o.k :)

    thanks guys!
     
    Andy4802, Apr 20, 2008
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