SBF Cleveland 4V 228cc Alum. Head 67cc Bare

The SBF Cleveland 4V 228cc aluminum head is a high-performance cylinder head upgrade engineered for Small Block Ford enthusiasts and professional engine builders seeking maximum flow and compression gains. This bare head represents a significant step up from stock castings, offering larger 228cc intake runners that deliver superior air and fuel mixture velocity into the combustion chamber. Whether you're building a street performance engine, a track-focused power plant, or restoring a classic muscle car, this Cleveland-based architecture provides the foundation for serious horsepower and torque gains without exotic modifications.

Constructed from lightweight aluminum, the SBF Cleveland 4V head weighs just 31.52 lbs and features the proven 4-valve-per-cylinder design that separates performance heads from standard castings. The 67cc combustion chamber volume is engineered to optimize compression ratios with common SBF stroker combinations, improving thermal efficiency and peak cylinder pressure for consistent gains across the RPM band. This bare head configuration allows builders to port-match, degree, and machine for specific intake manifold and carburetor combinations, ensuring maximum compatibility with custom fuel systems and induction setups that separate mediocre builds from championship engines.

Ideal for SBF 302, 347, 363, and stroker applications, the 228cc chamber suits both carburetor and EFI platforms with equal capability. Professional machinists and experienced engine builders will appreciate the quality aluminum casting that accepts traditional valve seat inserts, hardened valve guides, and stud girdle arrangements common in performance assembly. Installation requires attention to proper deck sealing, correct pushrod length, and synchronization with your specific intake manifold design—considerations that separate expert builds producing reliable 400+ horsepower from rushed shortcuts.