How to remove the cylinder head dowel?

1988 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
153,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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TJMOWBRAY
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How can I remove the cylinder head dowels to clean and resurface my head?
Nov 16, 2024 at 8:20 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The dowel pins should be in the engine block. If they are stuck in the head, the machine shop should be able to remove them with heat. However, since it is aluminum, they will need to be careful.

Let me know your thoughts and questions.

Take care,

joe
Nov 17, 2024 at 8:25 PM
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TJMOWBRAY
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Thanks, that's what I thought.
Nov 17, 2024 at 9:01 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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No problem whatsoever. I believe you have a few different posts going at the same time. You are doing a lot to this vehicle. I purchased a new one in 1989. 2.0L, 5 speed... I drove 100 miles a day and consistently got 40+ MPG. I loved that car. LOL

Take care and good luck.

Joe
Nov 17, 2024 at 9:43 PM
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TJMOWBRAY
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Yes, I am the second owner, and I knew the man who bought it new. I love this car got to keep it going.
Nov 17, 2024 at 10:19 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Well, let me know if I can help. I want it to continue going as well. LOL

Take care,

joe
Nov 18, 2024 at 7:01 PM