Cylinder Head Services
Cylinder head repair, valve jobs, and resurfacing to restore compression, fix leaks, and prevent repeat failures.
We specialize in precision head work including valve jobs, resurfacing, and crack repair. Our advanced tooling and expert technicians ensure optimal sealing and combustion efficiency.
What’s Included
- Valve seat cutting & valve lapping
- Guide replacement & spring setup
- Head resurfacing to RA spec (MLS-ready)
- Crack detection & pressure testing
- Port matching / cleanup options
Having Trouble With Any of These?
If you’re seeing one or more of these symptoms, this service is often the right next step.
- Overheating, coolant loss, or repeated head gasket failure
- Tapping or ticking noises from the top end
- Blue smoke, oil consumption, or fouled plugs from valve guide wear
- Loss of compression or misfires tied to specific cylinders
This Service Is Often a Good Fit For
- Daily drivers with top-end issues or overheating history
- Performance builds needing MLS-ready surfaces and quality valve work
- Motorcycles, hot rods, and classics running aftermarket cams or springs
- Engines that have been overheated, sat for years, or suffered gasket failures
What to Expect From Our Process
- Disassembly and initial inspection of cylinder heads and valve train.
- Cleaning, crack inspection, and pressure testing where applicable.
- Guide and seat work, including multi-angle valve jobs as needed.
- Head resurfacing to proper RA finish for your gasket choice (including MLS).
- Spring setup, installed height, and basic checks for your cam profile.
- Final cleaning and assembly, ready for installation on your block.
Related Service Tags
- Cylinder Head
- Head Resurfacing
- Valve Job
- Head Work
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Common Questions About Cylinder Head Services
In most cases, yes. Overheating and gasket failure can warp the head and affect valve sealing. We inspect for cracks and resurface the head so your new gasket has the best chance of sealing long-term.
Yes. We regularly work with aftermarket cam and spring packages. Bring your cam card and specs so we can set up your spring pressures and installed heights correctly.
We offer port cleanup and port matching, as well as referrals and consultation for more aggressive port work depending on your goals and budget.
