318 EGR Exhaust Ports Welded

[J&Bs71Demon]

I have a 318 from a 1985 Ramcharger that I want to put in a 71 Demon (that I've had to walk away from more than once). However, the EGR ports to the exhaust ports have been welded closed. :banghead: Is that going to pose a problem? I wouldn't think so but I'd like to have some input from someone else.
I have exhaust manifolds from a 71 318 that I'd like to use. The intake has an EGR valve on it but it apparently wasn't working. Anyway any input would be appreciated.
Thanks Gene

 

[Prine]

No, it should not cause any problems. It is standard practice to weld or tap/plug the EGR ports on 302'/308' casting heads to use in a performance application anyway.

 

[J&Bs71Demon]

No, it should not cause any problems. It is standard practice to weld or tap/plug the EGR ports on 302'/308' casting heads to use in a performance application anyway.

Many thanks. I was hoping someone would help me make sense out of this. Now I know the reason. Thanks again.