I'm wondering about how much compression a 216 head can handle without having blown gasket problems. The engine I'm hallucinating about building is going to have a bit over 260 cubic inches in a 216 block, and the increased displacement should bump the compression ratio up into the high 8's or low 9's if my thumbnail calculations are close to correct. I'm thinking about contacting ARP to see if they can supply studs the right length instead of relying on 70+ year old bolts to lock the head down tight onto the gasket. Comments?
Jerry

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