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Old Sep 9, 2018 | 06:30 PM
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Im planning on pulling the heads off my Z here soon and get them sent off.
I was wondering if there is anyone that makes sort of an "Engine protection" type deal that I can put over my engine so debris and dust doesn't get into my cylinders while the heads are off.
Or if there is even anything like that made haha. Maybe its a million dollar idea, idk. I haven't been able to find anything upon google searches. If all else fails then i'll just buy a roll of plastic and tape everything off.
Appreciate the help in advance!
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Old Sep 9, 2018 | 07:24 PM
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Just cut a trash can bag to size and wrap the top of the engine. Done!
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Take the top cover off your bed which will cover it and keep it warm.
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You can tape your deck, but when I did my head swap, just used a clean blanket and carefully laid it on top of engine. I had my heads off for a couple of weeks so it made it easy for me to lightly lube and wipe the cylinder walls while waiting for new heads.
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Originally Posted by itomh
You can tape your deck, but when I did my head swap, just used a clean blanket and carefully laid it on top of engine. I had my heads off for a couple of weeks so it made it easy for me to lightly lube and wipe the cylinder walls while waiting for new heads.
Yeah, I was thinking of doing something like that. Just thought I'd see if anything was out there.
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Garbage bags.......dont over think it

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