Surface scratches on cylinder heads

[PhysDoc]

Hi,

I am going around in circles debating with myself whether I need to get a set of (new) V8 cylinder heads resurfaced because one has a scratch on the gasket face.

They are unused Wildcat heads for Rover V8. I scratched one slightly whilst taking it on and off while fabricating manifolds. Attached is a photo of the offending scratch.



I can feel it with my finger nail, but can't hang my nail on it.

I am going around in circles. Obviously, could do without being scratched, but am thinking it may well be fine just to run it.

What would others do?

Thanks

[GreenV8S]

If you want the gasket to be air and water tight, get the scratch fixed.

[ChocolateFrog]

Looks like it joins a coolant gallery with a cylinder.

I guess it'll probably be fine but would be a ball ache to remove from the car if the HG does go.

[E-bmw]

The best answer all-round just in case is to get it skimmed out.

[DVandrews]

If it doesn't cross the fire ring area then you could use a suitable sealant smeared into the scratch prior to fitting. If it crosses the fire ring then either a very light skim or a linish with a flat block and wet/dry (depending on depth) would correct it.

Dave

[PhysDoc]

Thanks,

I stopped toing and froing and just made the decision to take them to the machine shop this morning. Knowing my luck, if I hadn't got it seen to, it would leak, and then I would be kicking myself.

[E-bmw]

PhysDoc said:

Thanks,

I stopped toing and froing and just made the decision to take them to the machine shop this morning. Knowing my luck, if I hadn't got it seen to, it would leak, and then I would be kicking myself.

Is the correct answer.