How to Remove a 350 Engine Head

The 350 engine is very tough and great for rebuilding due to the ease of maintenance and the availability of parts. For example removing a 350 engine head can be completed in a few easy steps. It is beneficial to know how to repair and rebuild your 350 engine to avoid costly mechanic fees.

1. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Then take the assembly off of the carburetor.


2. Pull off the vacuum lines from the side of the carburetor.


3. Remove the carburetor from the manifold.


4. Lift the cap off of the distributor.


5. Pull the distributor out of the back of the manifold.


6. Lift the manifold from the engine.


7. Use a spark plug wrench to remove the spark plugs from the cylinder head.


8. Remove the exhaust manifold from the cylinder head.


9. Take the valve cover off of the cylinder head and expose the rocker arms.


10. Pull each rocker arm off of the cylinder head to release the push rods.


11. Pull each push rod out of the cylinder head.


12. Take the cylinder head off of the engine block.

To replace the engine head follow these steps in reverse order. To save time keep the toolbox close to the work area or examine ahead of time to see what tools will be needed. Running back and fourth to the toolbox takes time and energy and can be very frustrating. Also, clean the parts that are removed as you take them off. This will give the engine a much better appearance and performance when the engine is put back together.