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SIG220
10-12-2012, 21:18
Just curious to know if the valvetrain from the heads of a van can be swapped directly onto the heads for the trucks? I know the heads themselves are different but wanted to be sure everything else is the same.

Robyn
10-13-2012, 12:58
Same stuff
It will all swap right over.
Injectors are different though.

Missy

SIG220
10-16-2012, 21:31
Excellent! Thank you very much! Are there any suggested components that should be replaced instead of reusing them?

JeepSJ
10-16-2012, 22:30
Replace the nylon buttons.

DmaxMaverick
10-16-2012, 23:09
Replace the nylon buttons.

Yes. And the valve stem seals. Also be sure to lap the valves, if you aren't having a grind job done. It's also a good time to refresh the end caps and soft plugs.

JeepSJ
10-18-2012, 00:15
Speaking of the nylon buttons...anyone have a good source? Or a GM part number?

DmaxMaverick
10-18-2012, 00:35
Speaking of the nylon buttons...anyone have a good source? Or a GM part number?

Rockauto has them, $0.59 each. Search for Part # MR1948 (Sealed Power).

SIG220
10-18-2012, 04:42
Thanks again for the help everyone!

JeepSJ
10-22-2012, 22:00
Rockauto has them, $0.59 each. Search for Part # MR1948 (Sealed Power).


Awesome. Thanks!!