Author Topic: Dimension of M129 Valve and Valve Stem  (Read 2435 times)

Jack the Knife

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Dimension of M129 Valve and Valve Stem
« on: March 10, 2023, 23:25:40 »
Does anyone have these measurements handy for a port/polish job I'm outsourcing?
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DaveB

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Re: Dimension of M129 Valve and Valve Stem
« Reply #1 on: March 11, 2023, 01:57:32 »
valve specifications
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Re: Dimension of M129 Valve and Valve Stem
« Reply #2 on: March 11, 2023, 02:35:55 »
Perfect! Thank you, Dave! The 250SE specs will work, as the M129 head is from a 250SE/M129 anyway.
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Re: Dimension of M129 Valve and Valve Stem
« Reply #3 on: March 12, 2023, 04:30:21 »
Make sure they don't touch the throat below the valve seat too much. I find port matching to be of benefit.
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