unmaking LS vtec head

[slo_poke18]

what is the best way to run a head that was for a ls-vtec on a v-tec block again? I heard you can use a ls head gasket and set the block up the same way or unplug the head oiling port. Never thought about doing this before but a buddy presented me with a challange. Need info a.s.a.p.

[daBoosted93]

well, when you do an ls-vtec, you take out a plug on the head, and feed the oil line kit in there. you need to replug that hole, and just use a stock headgasket for whatever engine it is. ie. use a gsr headgasket for gsr or b16 for a b16. they are both the same anyways.

[M@]

Ummmm.. forgetting something there, guy? One minor detail? ;)

There's also a plugged oil passage hole on the passenger-front side of the head. If it's a hex style plug, just pull it out. If it's any other style, you may have to drill out the plug, and make sure you clean that head like a mother fucker to get ANY shavings out in case you have to go the drilling route.

[daBoosted93]

oops! lol thanks matt! forgot bout that one, its really important

[Martian]

just put some grease on the plug and the drill bit before you drill it. It'll catch most of the metal shavings. Then backflush the passage.

[slo_poke18]

cool thanks guys