11/32 Intake Valve - 2.180

The DEL WEST 11/32 Intake Valve – 2.180 in Head is a precision-engineered component designed for small block Chevrolet engines requiring OEM or performance-level valve replacement and optimization. Built by DEL WEST, a trusted name in high-performance and racing valve manufacturing, this intake valve serves both stock restoration and modified engine builds where reliability and airflow efficiency are non-negotiable. Whether you're rebuilding a marine engine, restoring a classic muscle car, or upgrading a competition powerplant, this valve delivers the durability and precision fit that serious mechanics and engine builders demand.

This intake valve features a 2.180-inch head diameter with an 11/32-inch valve stem, measuring 5.540 inches in overall length and constructed from titanium alloy for superior strength-to-weight ratio and thermal resistance. Titanium construction provides measurable advantages in high-RPM and high-heat environments by reducing inertial mass, improving valve sealing consistency, and extending service life compared to conventional steel valves. The precision stem diameter and head geometry ensure perfect seating in small block Chevy cylinder heads, critical for maintaining compression, reducing blow-by, and optimizing fuel mixture intake during the intake stroke.

Engine builders, machine shops, and serious enthusiasts trust DEL WEST valves for applications ranging from street performance to circle-track racing and marine service. This valve is compatible with small block Chevrolet engines using 2.180-inch intake valve specifications and pairs seamlessly with matching exhaust valves and spring assemblies during a complete valve job. Installation requires proper valve seat preparation, spring pressure verification, and rocker arm geometry confirmation—tasks best performed by experienced mechanics or professional machine shops. The lightweight titanium construction makes this valve ideal for high-lift cam profiles and aggressive valve timing events where weight reduction directly improves power output.