8" Stellite Valve Grinding Wheel VL

8” Stellite Valve Grinding Wheel for Kwik-Way Model VL Valve Refacer - For Hardened Valves

This 8” Stellite Valve Grinding Wheel is a specialized, high-performance abrasive wheel designed exclusively for the Kwik-Way Model VL Valve Refacer. Engineered with an abrasive composition tailored for the extreme hardness of Stellite and other hard valve facings, it ensures efficient material removal and a superior surface finish. Using this dedicated wheel is crucial for achieving the precise angles and concentricity required for proper valve seating in heavy-duty and high-performance engines utilizing Stellite and other hard metal valves, contributing to enhanced compression and extended engine life.

8” Stellite Valve Grinding Wheel for Kwik-Way Model VL Valve Refacer - Precision for Hardened Valve Materials

When working with high-performance or heavy-duty engines that utilize hardened Stellite valve facings, a specialized grinding wheel is not just recommended, it’s essential. This 8” Stellite Valve Grinding Wheel is precisely engineered as a direct replacement component for your Kwik-Way Model VL Valve Refacer, providing the specific abrasive properties needed for these demanding materials.

Key Features and Benefits for Stellite Valve Refacing:

• Optimized for Stellite: Unlike general-purpose wheels, this grinding wheel features an abrasive formulation specifically designed to efficiently cut and finish the extreme hardness and wear resistance of Stellite and other hard alloy valves. This ensures optimal material removal without premature wheel wear or excessive heat buildup.
• Precision and Performance: With an 8-inch diameter perfectly matched for the Kwik-Way Model VL, this wheel enables you to achieve the critical, precise valve face angles and concentricity required. A sharp, specialized wheel is paramount for cutting accurate surfaces on tough metals.
• Superior Surface Finish: The dedicated abrasive properties of this wheel contribute to a smooth, consistent finish on the valve face. A quality finish is vital for promoting excellent valve seating and long-term durability in high-stress engine environments.
• Enhanced Engine Reliability: Properly refaced hard alloy valves ensure optimal valve-to-seat sealing, critical for maintaining compression, preventing blow-by, and extending the service life of engines, particularly in demanding applications where hard alloy valves are often employed.

Why Use a Specialized Stellite Wheel?

Attempting to grind Stellite and other hard alloy valves with a general-purpose wheel can lead to:

• Rapid loading and glazing of the wheel.
• Excessive heat generation, potentially causing valve or wheel damage.
• Poor surface finishes and inaccurate angles.
• Significantly increased grinding time and reduced efficiency.
• Compromised valve sealing and premature wear of both the valve and seat.

Ensure your Kwik-Way Model VL Valve Refacer is equipped for the challenge of hardened valve materials by utilizing this 8” Stellite Valve Grinding Wheel, guaranteeing professional results for every high-performance valve you recondition.

Can be a substitute for part number 010-0810-50.