Can I Use Aluminum Retainers and split keepers w/ stock valves

[Texasbaja]

I have an extra 165 clone I am messing with, can I use I use lightweight aluminum retainers and split keepers with stock valves or do I have to use stainless valves?

 

[Txpowdercoater]

I think so, cant remember 'xactly but I'd say yes.
on a side note: I wouldnt go crazy spring pressure with stock valves

 

[Texasbaja]

its stock springs

 

[youngengines]

I have an extra 165 clone I am messing with, can I use I use lightweight aluminum retainers and split keepers with stock valves or do I have to use stainless valves?

Nope, wont fit with stock valves.

 

[texasfabguy]

Changing your springs is more important. This would be money better spent on a budget.