Cylinder Heads is one of many players that make up mankind’s most ingenious creation: the internal combustion engine.

Within the confines of the engine block, bearings and bushings protect the sensitive surfaces within. Some of the most important surfaces are those that clamp the crank shaft and cam shaft into place. The crank shaft transfers the force cr... Read More

Cylinder Heads Information

Why are Cylinder Heads Part(s) Important

Cylinder Heads is one of many players that make up mankind’s most ingenious creation: the internal combustion engine.

Within the confines of the engine block, bearings and bushings protect the sensitive surfaces within. Some of the most important surfaces are those that clamp the crank shaft and cam shaft into place. The crank shaft transfers the force created by the piston into mechanical power. That force turns the fly wheel and on into the transmission.

The cam shaft is connected to the crank shaft thought a series of gears and a chain or belt. It moves valve lifters which drive connecting rods up into the rocker arms. The rocker arms open and close the valves located in the cylinder heads allowing fuel to enter the engine cylinders and exhaust to exit. Not one part can be spared in this formula, especially not the cylinder heads.

Cylinder heads cause the heart that is the engine to beat. They mount to the top of the motor separated by only a head gasket from the cylinder chambers. Built into each head are the valves that will open and close in perfect sequence to allow fuel to enter and exhaust to escape. Cylinder heads can be constructed out of aluminum or other metals and can be modified for different applications.

Auto7 Cylinder Head Gasket Set This cylinder head gasket kit comes with a full one-year warranty and is built to exact specifications to ensure your cylinder head is sealed tight.

Beck/Arnley Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set Highest quality head bolt set has exclusive rust-resistant finish. Ensure a high quality seal between your block and cylinder head with this cylinder head bolt kit.

Brands

Brands within Cylinder Heads

Beck/Arnley

Dorman

Fel Pro