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Chevy Small Block Angled Plug Aluminum Cylinder Head

Chevy Small Block Angled Plug Aluminum Cylinder Head

SKU: SKU: JM4100

Regular price $605.00
Sale price $605.00 Regular price $617.28
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Product Details

Features

  • 198cc intake runners support street and performance SBC builds
  • 2.02"/1.60" valves improve airflow potential
  • 64cc heart chambers support efficient combustion
  • Bare aluminum casting allows custom valvetrain selection

Description

Build your Small Block Chevy engine with a bare aluminum cylinder head engineered for custom street and performance applications. Featuring 198cc intake runners, 64cc heart-shaped combustion chambers, 2.02" intake valves, 1.60" exhaust valves, and angled spark plug configuration, this cylinder head is designed to support improved airflow and performance across a wide range of Small Block Chevy engine combinations.

The 198cc intake runner design provides an excellent balance of airflow and air velocity, making this cylinder head well suited for 327, 350, 355, 383 stroker, and 400 Small Block Chevy builds. Combined with high-flow intake and exhaust ports, these heads help improve cylinder filling, throttle response, torque production, and horsepower potential throughout the RPM range.

As a bare casting, this cylinder head allows builders to select springs, retainers, seals, and valvetrain components that match their specific camshaft profile and performance goals. This flexibility makes it ideal for custom engine builds, machine shop assembly, street performance vehicles, hot rods, muscle cars, and street/strip applications.

Constructed from lightweight aluminum, this cylinder head helps reduce weight while dissipating heat more efficiently than traditional cast iron heads. Whether you're upgrading a street-driven 350, building a 383 stroker, or assembling a performance Small Block Chevy engine, this bare aluminum cylinder head provides a strong foundation for increased airflow and reliable performance.

 

Cylinder Head Technology
Designed with 198cc intake runners, 64cc heart-shaped combustion chambers, 2.02" intake valves, 1.60" exhaust valves, and angled spark plugs, this aluminum cylinder head is engineered to improve airflow and combustion efficiency in Small Block Chevy applications. The bare casting configuration allows builders to select the exact valvetrain components required for their intended camshaft and RPM range.

Performance Benefits
The 198cc runner design provides a strong balance of airflow capacity and intake velocity, making this cylinder head suitable for street performance, muscle car, hot rod, and stroker engine combinations. Aluminum construction helps reduce weight and dissipate heat efficiently, supporting improved throttle response, torque production, and horsepower potential.

Specs

Intake Runner 198cc
Combustion Chamber Volume 64cc
Combustion Chamber Style Heart
Cylinder Head Material Aluminum
Cylinder Head Finish Natural
Assembled No
Intake Valve Size 2.02"
Exhaust Valve Size 1.60"
Valve Stem Diameter 11/32"
Valve Guide Material Bronze
Intake Port Size 2.10" x 1.18"
Exhaust Port Size 1.4" x 1.4"
Intake Port Shape Rectangle
Exhaust Port Shape Square
Intake Port Location Standard
Exhaust Port Location Standard
Maximum Spring Diameter 1.625"
Exhaust Crossover No
Spark Plug Style Angled
Weight 19 lbs (per head)
Quantity Sold Individually

Engine Fitment

COMPATIBLE WITH
CHEVROLET SMALL BLOCK V8 GEN. I
• 4.3L / 262 in³
• 4.3L / 265 in³
• 4.4L / 267 in³
• 4.6L / 283 in³
• 4.9L / 302 in³
• 5.0L / 305 in³
• 5.0L / 307 in³
• 5.4L / 327 in³
• 5.7L / 350 in³
• 6.6L / 400 in³

COMMON VEHICLE APPLICATIONS
Chevrolet Camaro
Chevrolet Chevelle
Chevrolet Nova
Chevrolet El Camino
Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet C10
Chevrolet C/K Series Trucks

NOTES
• Fits Gen I Small Block Chevy engines
• Angled spark plug design
• Bare cylinder head casting requires final assembly
• Sold individually (quantity of 2 required per engine)
• Verify piston-to-valve clearance and valvetrain compatibility before assembly
• Verify header compatibility for angled spark plug applications
• Not compatible with LS, LT, or Big Block Chevy engines

Q&A

Is this an assembled cylinder head?
No, this is a bare cylinder head casting and requires final assembly.

What size intake runners does this cylinder head use?
This cylinder head features 198cc intake runners.

What size combustion chambers does this head use?
It utilizes 64cc heart-shaped combustion chambers.

What valve sizes are included?
The head is configured for 2.02" intake valves and 1.60" exhaust valves.

What does an angled spark plug design provide?
Angled spark plugs can improve spark plug accessibility and help optimize combustion chamber design in performance applications.

Is this a good choice for a 350 Small Block Chevy?
Yes, the 198cc runner design is well suited for performance-oriented 350 builds.

Can this head be used on a 383 stroker?
Yes, 383 stroker combinations are one of the most common applications for 198cc Small Block Chevy heads.

Will these heads fit a 400 Small Block Chevy?
Yes, they are commonly used on compatible 400 Small Block Chevy builds.

Are these suitable for street performance applications?
Yes, they are designed for street performance, muscle car, hot rod, and street/strip use.

Why choose a bare cylinder head?
Bare heads allow builders to customize the spring package and valvetrain components to match their exact engine combination.

How much does each head weigh?
Each cylinder head weighs approximately 19 pounds.

Are these compatible with LS engines?
No, these heads are designed specifically for Gen I Small Block Chevy applications.

Emissions Notice

This Top Street Performance (TSP) product is designed for racing and off-road competition use only. It is not legal for use on public roads or emissions-controlled vehicles and does not comply with federal, state, or local emissions regulations. The buyer assumes all responsibility for legal use and installation.

What is a Emissions-Controlled Vehicle?
"An emissions-controlled vehicle is any vehicle equipped with a factory-installed emissions control system designed to reduce air pollution. These systems include catalytic converters, oxygen sensors, EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valves, and diesel particulate filters (DPF). Most vehicles manufactured after 1975 are considered emissions-controlled and must comply with federal and state emissions laws when used on public roads."