Brian Crower Intake Valve Guides
2005–2010 Scion tC / 2008–2015 Scion xB2 2AZ-FE Engine
BC3934
Overview:
The Brian Crower 5.5mm Intake Valve Guides are precision-engineered components designed specifically for the 2AZ-FE engine found in the 2005–2010 Scion tC and 2008–2015 Scion xB2 models. These valve guides serve as critical engine internals that support the intake valves, ensuring smooth valve movement and optimal sealing within the cylinder head. Ideal for enthusiasts and professional rebuilders alike, these guides provide a reliable replacement for worn or damaged factory valve guides, helping to restore engine performance and longevity.
Crafted to exacting tolerances, Brian Crower valve guides are engineered to withstand the rigors of high-performance driving and elevated engine temperatures. They offer enhanced durability and improved lubrication characteristics, making them a trusted choice for both street and track applications.
Key Features:
Brian Crower intake valve guides combine advanced materials and precision manufacturing to deliver superior performance and reliability. Key features include:
- Constructed from Manganese Silicon Aluminum Bronze alloy for exceptional strength and wear resistance
- CNC machined to exacting tolerances for precise fitment and consistent valve alignment
- Resistant to cracking and corrosion, ensuring long service life under demanding conditions
- Reduced friction design promotes improved valve movement and reduces wear on valve stems
- Maintains high lubrication levels even at elevated engine temperatures and RPMs
- 100% compatible with Brian Crower stainless steel valves for seamless integration
- Direct replacement for OEM valve guides, requiring no modifications
- Ideal for engine rebuilds, performance upgrades, and maintenance of high-mileage engines
Construction & Design:
The Brian Crower intake valve guides are manufactured from a premium Manganese Silicon Aluminum Bronze alloy, selected for its excellent combination of strength, thermal conductivity, and corrosion resistance. This advanced material composition helps prevent cracking and wear, even under the high-stress conditions typical of performance engines.
Each valve guide is CNC machined to precise dimensions, ensuring a perfect fit within the cylinder head and optimal clearance for the intake valve stems. This precision machining reduces valve stem wobble and promotes consistent valve seating, which is critical for maintaining engine efficiency and power output.
The design also focuses on maintaining superior lubrication around the valve stem, reducing friction and heat buildup during operation. This contributes to longer valve and guide life, as well as smoother engine performance.
Installation & Fitment:
These valve guides are designed as direct OEM replacements for the 2AZ-FE engine in the specified Scion tC and xB2 models. Installation requires standard engine rebuild procedures and should be performed by a qualified technician or experienced enthusiast. No special modifications or machining beyond standard guide installation practices are necessary, making them a straightforward upgrade or repair part.
Proper installation ensures optimal valve guide alignment and sealing, which is essential for maintaining engine compression and preventing oil consumption issues.
What's Included:
- One set of Brian Crower 5.5mm intake valve guides (part number BC3934)
Ideal For:
This product is ideal for Scion tC and xB2 owners looking to restore or improve the reliability of their 2AZ-FE engines. It is especially suited for those performing engine rebuilds, addressing worn or damaged valve guides, or upgrading to higher quality components for enhanced durability. Performance enthusiasts seeking dependable valvetrain components that withstand elevated RPMs and temperatures will also benefit from these premium valve guides.
