4.840 18 Degree Big Chief

Cast | 14 Degree Spread-Port

CFE 14 DEGREE SPREAD-PORT

4.840 BORE SPACED | BBC | SPREAD-PORT

The CFE 14-degree Spread-Port head is perhaps the most diverse of any of our Pro Stock style cylinder heads. Available with several different porting programs of both oval and rectangular port designs and various valve diameters to accommodate the engine’s bore size. Engine displacements ranging from 430 to 706 c.i.d. have been built using this head. Even with such diversity in combinations all of the CFE 14 degree Spread-Port heads use most of the same assembly components except for pistons due to valve diameter options.

Oval Port Programs are designed for smaller displacement engines (under 600 c.i.d.). Applications vary from super-category throttle stop racing to moderate nitrous use.

Square Port Programs are designed for large displacement engines (over 600 c.i.d.). CFE fabricated manifold is recommended.

Popular Applications Include Top Sportsman, Top Dragster, throttle-stop racing, blown alcohol, turbocharged, drag boats, and truck/tractor pulling.


Cylinder Head Specifics
Intake Valve DiameterAs large as 2.480″
Exhaust Valve DiameterAs large as 1.880″
Chamber Volume82cc @ 4.600 Bore
SeatsAvailable with Ductile Iron or Alloy Seats
Guides11/32″ valve guides are standard, 5/16″ guides are available upon request. Alloy guides are standard.
Exhaust FlangeUses a standard Big Block Chevy header/exhaust flange.
Cooling ProvisionsThe CFE 14 degree Spread-Port head has cooling provisions on the intake flange.
Cylinder Head Requirements
Minimum Bore4.500″ (custom versions are available for bore sizes less than 4.500).
Intake ManifoldCast 1×4500 manifolds available for 9.800″ and 10.200″ deck heights. CFE fabricated manifolds available for various applications.
Valve CoverUses a standard Big Chief valve cover and valve cover gasket.
Spark Plug3/4″ Reach Gasketed Spark Plug
Rocker Systems Jesel KPS-21194, TD 3031
Head Stud KitARP 235-4312