Brian Crower Exhaust Valve Guides
2005–2010 Scion tC / 2008–2015 Scion xB (xB2) 2AZ-FE Engine
BC3935
Overview:
The Brian Crower Exhaust Valve Guides BC3935 are precision-engineered replacement components designed specifically for the 2AZ-FE engine found in the 2005–2010 Scion tC and 2008–2015 Scion xB (xB2). These valve guides are essential for maintaining proper valve alignment and smooth operation within the cylinder head, ensuring optimal engine performance and longevity. Ideal for enthusiasts and mechanics looking to restore or upgrade worn or damaged exhaust valve guides, Brian Crower’s premium guides offer durability and reliability under demanding conditions.
Manufactured to exacting tolerances, these valve guides help reduce friction and maintain high lubrication levels even at elevated engine temperatures and RPMs. They are fully compatible with Brian Crower’s stainless steel valves, making them a perfect match for performance builds or OEM replacements.
Key Features:
Brian Crower exhaust valve guides combine advanced materials and precision machining to deliver superior performance and durability. Key features include:
- Constructed from Manganese Silicon Aluminum Bronze alloy for enhanced strength and wear resistance
- CNC machined to exacting tolerances for precise fit and consistent valve alignment
- Resistant to cracking and corrosion, ensuring long service life
- Designed to reduce friction between valve stem and guide for smoother valve operation
- Maintains high lubrication levels even under high temperature and high RPM conditions
- 100% compatible with Brian Crower stainless steel valves and other aftermarket valve components
- Direct replacement for worn or damaged factory valve guides
- Improves engine reliability and valve train stability
Construction & Design:
The BC3935 valve guides are crafted from a premium Manganese Silicon Aluminum Bronze alloy, chosen for its excellent combination of strength, thermal conductivity, and resistance to wear and corrosion. This material selection ensures the guides can withstand the harsh environment inside the combustion chamber, including exposure to high temperatures and exhaust gases.
Each guide is CNC machined with precision to maintain tight dimensional tolerances, which is critical for proper valve stem clearance and smooth valve movement. This meticulous manufacturing process reduces the risk of valve stem wear and improves overall valvetrain efficiency. The bronze alloy also promotes superior lubrication retention, helping to minimize friction and heat buildup during engine operation.
Installation & Fitment:
The Brian Crower exhaust valve guides BC3935 are designed as direct-fit replacements for the 2AZ-FE engine in the specified Scion models. Installation requires removal of the cylinder head and extraction of the old valve guides, followed by pressing in the new guides to factory specifications. While professional installation is recommended to ensure proper fitment and valve clearance, experienced enthusiasts with the right tools can perform the replacement as part of a comprehensive engine rebuild or head service.
No modifications are necessary, and the guides are fully compatible with stock and upgraded valvetrain components, including Brian Crower stainless steel valves.
What’s Included
- Set of Brian Crower 5.5mm Exhaust Valve Guides (BC3935)
Ideal For:
- Owners of 2005–2010 Scion tC and 2008–2015 Scion xB (xB2) with 2AZ-FE engines needing valve guide replacement
- Performance enthusiasts upgrading their valvetrain components for improved durability
- Engine builders and mechanics performing cylinder head rebuilds or repairs
- Anyone seeking a high-quality, reliable replacement for worn or damaged exhaust valve guides
