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Surface Variation

Cylinder Head Deck, Intake And Exhaust Manifold Mating Surfaces

If the surfaces are "out of flat" by more than 0.127 mm (0.005 in.), the surface should be milled.

If more than 0.25 mm (0.010 in.) of metal must be removed from the head, it should be replaced.