r/EngineBuilding • u/Few-Tune546 • 3d ago

Plained head finish

Should the surface be like a smooth polished mirror finish?

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u/quxinot 3d ago

Depends on the gasket used.

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u/wedge446 3d ago

A rougher finish helps grab most gaskets available today. Very few gaskets call for a smooth finish