[AMC-List] complete set for rebuilding a 196 head?

[Justin Shelton <hydeparker@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hi, Guys:

I dropped off a head to be rebuilt at the local Napa machine shop.  They have done excellent work for me before on a set of IH 304 heads and a set of Stude 289 heads.

Anyway, I got a call back that they cannot find valves or other components.  If find this a bit odd . . .  I have had Rambler 196 heads rebuilt before and have never heard of a problem finding parts, but of course haven't used this place.

I looked at Kanter, and they want $15/valve, which in valves alone will run me $180, and that doesn't include guides or seals. 

My question is: other than Kanter, is there a "one stop" place to buy a complete set for rebuilding a head?  Or do I have to buy individual component pieces?  

My other question is: I have a collection of NOS engine parts, so  I dug through boxes of valves. I have various valves for 196 heads, but none that are specifically for a 1960 head.  How much did the heads evolve over the life of the 196 OHV engine?  

- Justin

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