IO540C4B5 cylinders question

jetdoc31 · #1 02-25-2009, 01:38 PM

Ok, you engine guys....I have a question on the IO540C4B5. Can wide deck cyclinders be used on a narrow case? I understand the differences of angle valve and parallel valve cylinders. Can some set me straight? thanks

rocketbob · #2 02-25-2009, 01:44 PM

Yep, they can. Compare costs first however, that might change your mind.

osxuser · #3 02-25-2009, 10:15 PM

Whoa whoa whoa...

Wide deck vs Narrow deck isn't the same as Angle vs Parallel. If i'm not mistaken, wide deck cylinders can't be installed on a narrow deck engine without modification.

Angle valve cylinders CAN be installed on a Parallel bottom.

Steve Barnes · #4 02-25-2009, 11:48 PM

I've heard the same thing as Oxyuser regarding interchangeability. I recently read in one of these threads that you can put angle valve cylinders on a parallel valve case. Steve

mahlon_r · #5 02-26-2009, 05:15 AM

Wide deck cylinders will NOT fit on a narrow deck case and consequently narrow deck cylinders WON'T fit on a wide deck case!!!!!!!
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rocketbob · #6 02-26-2009, 05:30 AM

I misunderstood the question... thought the OP was asking if angle valve cyl's can fit parallel valve cases.

jetdoc31 · #7 02-26-2009, 01:46 PM

Thanks guys...my "engine" only consists of a yellow tagged case and crank. Everything else still needs purchased....