Cylinder Prep & Deck Height Posted on April 30, 2024August 4, 2024 by Bill Fluhr From the bottom, as received, flashing removed, primed, painted Due to longer rods, pistons protrude above cylinder. Shims needed. With shims and head gasket, deck height is now .036″ Post navigation ← Piston Coating & Start of AssemblyMore Case Clearancing Needed →