trev
where did you get it?? this may give hints as to its identity/origin?
andrew
> Bruce,
>
> Thanks very much for reminding me of that link.
> My next question to the list has now been partially answered.
>
> Extract from Link as follows:
>
> 219 closed chamber Head.
>
> The true SSS head from imported used engines or ordered from the Datsun
> comp. catalog. Later versions could be ordered from the catalog with a V912
> casting. 1.50" intake ports, square exhuast ports. 1.65" intake valves and
> 1.38" exhuast. These are hard to find. Any of the other closed chamber heads
> can be "converted' to this design by simply opening up the intake port to
> 1.50" (if that's desired) Some of these heads are marked "A87" on the side,
> but have "219" cast at the front of the head, just below the timing chain
> inspection plate.
>
> It seems a mystery head I have has now been identified.
> My head is simular to the one above ie 1.5" inlet ports, 1.65" intake
> valves, closed chamber and has 219 cast on the front below the timing chain
> inspection plate.
>
> My head differs though in a few areas:
>
> Exhaust valves are smaller and are 1.3" (33mm). There is 3-4 Punch marks
> around valve seats. Because of this I assume that the valve seats were
> replaced at some stage so maybe they opted for smaller exhaust valves.
>
> There is A87, V91 etc casting on the spark plug side and there is only
> original casting in this area. ie casting numbers have not been machined
> off.
>
> If you have a look at the picture in the link under the inlet points and
> between the manifold and block surfaces there is a "ramp" or casting
> strengthing section. This head does not have this and all other L4 heads I
> have seen do.
>
> On the rocker cover gasket surface and above number 2 inlet port AV has been
> stamped. Above number 4 inlet port X is stamped.
>
> On the back what looks like, NO 1 9-29 is cast just above the block. 45 is
> stamped above this to the right.
>
> Anyone have any ideas what this head is?
>
> I am now assuming it is a SSS head???????
>
> Trev
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Bruce Ferguson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
> Sent: Wednesday, 21 March 2001 11:54
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: Heads.. Trevor
>
>
> Trev,
>
> I found this web site, has some interesting facts on L
> series heads, you might find it useful.
>
> http://bre510.com/resources.htm
>
> Regards
>
> Bruce
>
>
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