thanks for that.
will be going to flat top piston to raise the compression

thamks for that.
unless something else comes up to change my mind, ie ypu say the W53 is better, i will be going with the L20B with the U67 head, Extractors and rejetted carb with a com ratio around 9.5 to 1.

the3 head is a W53. the head on the L20B is a U67.
are they any good?

I am wanting to build an L20B. i have a complete engine to replace my L18.
Plans are for increased compression from 8.5 to around 9.8 to 1. mild cam and headers.
Is it worth using my L18 head, it was rebuilt 20,0o0ks ago, or completely rebuild the L20B.

yes very mixed feelings. i just dont use it.
hopefully the guy who brought it will keep it as it is. when i work out the photo section i will post pictures.

i have sold the SSS.
it is off to the south island.
i want to thank all of you who have helped by answering my questions and submitted photo for inspiration.

i have been tring to post some photos of the car . i have followed the steps but are coming up short. any ideas?

It would be nice if rte38 learnt to spell.

i will. the concept of building a hot rod from a ute appeals to me. it is basicly re-bodying a 620.
a pickup would be great. cheap part and cheap to run

i think what you are looking for is a Dot Rod built by Dick Dean inthe 70's.
it was based on a complete 620 ute chassis (j15 and 4 speed). He sold instruction books for $10.
they were based on '32 coupes.
to find a picture google "dot rod " it will come up with a rod and customs magazine page about him.
i have rusty but complete 620 taht i am thinking about doing the same to, but the body cost around 8k.