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Old Oct 20, 2017 | 05:35 PM
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Originally Posted by cowboybob56
I found a machine that will drill and tap my head's with valves for $80. The angle on Evo heads must be drilled at 90° not like the twin cams. Saved my self $300.
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On TC or evo motors, we machine the MCR' S right in front of the plugs.if anyone wants angles & other specs,PM me (BTW,the jims fixture won't work for evo's.don't like the tool even on TC's)
 

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Originally Posted by prodrag1320
On TC or evo motors, we machine the MCR' S right in front of the plugs.if anyone wants angles & other specs,PM me (BTW,the jims fixture won't work for evo's.don't like the tool even on TC's)
I went to Mesa, AZ to Short Block Charlie to get my head's machined. He did a great job.
 
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