Best budget performance heads?
Drifting
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I don't race, and have since added a supercharger, different cam, etc. so whatever. As for results, a member in FLA, Christian aka Miami got 511 RW with some really tricky heads that had a 11* valve angle and big cam. I don't remember the brand, and that was 10 years ago. I didn't build my car to race, just really a mid-life ability to have a car I could make my own, and afford to "waste" money on. In fact, I kind of regret adding a SC, as it's scary at low speeds, and you can go from 0 to jail in about 5 seconds.
are these the same heads?
Team Owner
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St. Jude Donor '05
If frankenstein does a proper CNC job for $500 grab it that is super cheap!
Most times diy jobs or following someone elses may result in disappointing results. Takes many years of making mistakes, the right tools & knowing where and where not to go.
Most times diy jobs or following someone elses may result in disappointing results. Takes many years of making mistakes, the right tools & knowing where and where not to go.
Supporting Vendor
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Hello, if you're on a budget, you can't go wrong with a set of our Fast As Cast 220 heads. We have a version for the LS1/6 bore with part number TFS-30610001. The LS2 bore version is TFS-30610002. Lots of information and horsepower numbers out there, but let me know if you have any questions.
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Drifting
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From: Colorado
thats more than PRC 2.5's from the factory, and for $300 less. dayum.
so if i sent you some heads, and wanted to flow bench them after you're done, you'll guarantee (give or take a %) results like that?
if thats the case, this is a no brainer service.
so if i sent you some heads, and wanted to flow bench them after you're done, you'll guarantee (give or take a %) results like that?
if thats the case, this is a no brainer service.
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From: Pasco WA
dyno on the blower setup? i keep telling myself i dont need one. but like you said.. if you can afford to waste the money, and love cars and going fast.. its hard not to!
im building a twin turbo 5.3 trailblazer right now. because i obviously *need* to. but that's for high altitude mountains, so its somewhat justified having forced induction. living in Denver, i went from an actual 430rwhp to an actual ~320rwhp due to altitude. it has me flirting with blowers.
im building a twin turbo 5.3 trailblazer right now. because i obviously *need* to. but that's for high altitude mountains, so its somewhat justified having forced induction. living in Denver, i went from an actual 430rwhp to an actual ~320rwhp due to altitude. it has me flirting with blowers.
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/t...EaAuvtEALw_wcB
are these the same heads?
Yes. The later models have been revised from mine to allow stock length PRs, and I had them milled to 61cc.
Last edited by zeevette; Jul 26, 2017 at 03:47 PM.
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As much as I'd love to, if I did it for you I'd have to do it for the world. I don't have the manning for that lol. Also, our retail is $1150 for this setup but since I made a typo, I'll eat the $100. We just finished our $1050 sale so it basically became habit lol.
-Russ
Drifting
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Yeah, dynos are a turning tool. The number they spit out is relative, and by no means meant to be super accurate. The first dyno I did I made 286whp stock. The next one, I made 309whp stock, ya see? Don't get hung up on dyno numbers, what's important are your track time changes.
I also quite like the geegaw ****. Mine looks like a modern sports car again, and notably more women approach me about my car than men, so to each their own ya. Given enough time, I'm pretty sure I'll spend more money on my C5 than most people, but I have had mine for 3 years, how long have you had yours? Don't be soooo quick to judge others zeevette, I see you post negatively on almost EVERYTHING on this forum, just let everyone enjoy their own thing, it's not like there are very many of us that aren't enthusiasts here.
I also quite like the geegaw ****. Mine looks like a modern sports car again, and notably more women approach me about my car than men, so to each their own ya. Given enough time, I'm pretty sure I'll spend more money on my C5 than most people, but I have had mine for 3 years, how long have you had yours? Don't be soooo quick to judge others zeevette, I see you post negatively on almost EVERYTHING on this forum, just let everyone enjoy their own thing, it's not like there are very many of us that aren't enthusiasts here.
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From: Pasco WA
Yeah, dynos are a turning tool. The number they spit out is relative, and by no means meant to be super accurate. The first dyno I did I made 286whp stock. The next one, I made 309whp stock, ya see? Don't get hung up on dyno numbers, what's important are your track time changes.
I also quite like the geegaw ****. Mine looks like a modern sports car again, and notably more women approach me about my car than men, so to each their own ya. Given enough time, I'm pretty sure I'll spend more money on my C5 than most people, but I have had mine for 3 years, how long have you had yours? Don't be soooo quick to judge others zeevette, I see you post negatively on almost EVERYTHING on this forum, just let everyone enjoy their own thing, it's not like there are very many of us that aren't enthusiasts here.
I also quite like the geegaw ****. Mine looks like a modern sports car again, and notably more women approach me about my car than men, so to each their own ya. Given enough time, I'm pretty sure I'll spend more money on my C5 than most people, but I have had mine for 3 years, how long have you had yours? Don't be soooo quick to judge others zeevette, I see you post negatively on almost EVERYTHING on this forum, just let everyone enjoy their own thing, it's not like there are very many of us that aren't enthusiasts here.
Well, you should keep reading, Eric, because you're wrong about being negative. I do remember your being offended because I didn't like your scribbling (art). For that I'm sorry, but this is supposed to be a place to give one's honest opinion, and overall, I think I've been of more help than harm. BTW, you were the one in this thread that repeatedly called the upper tier heads, and those that spend that as "stupid". You're entitled to that opinion, but, I have different priorities, and at my age, they can change pretty fast. For instance, my 'vette hasn't left the garage since last fall due to health problems, so, count your chickens. Second example; there's an earlier thread that some newb needs the factory air pump, which I happen to have, and I've offered it for free.
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Burning Brakes
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Do you have flow rates, and dyno numbers? Any members on here or LS1 tech running your 241 heads? with dyno sheets?
Drifting
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Oh man! I'm sorry if I gave out that impression xo I meant I thought the money the manufacturer WANTS for the heads is stupid 
not those that buy it are stupid. If you can swing it, rock on, but they reeeeally do cost too much friggin money.
not those that buy it are stupid. If you can swing it, rock on, but they reeeeally do cost too much friggin money.
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I don't race, and have since added a supercharger, different cam, etc. so whatever. As for results, a member in FLA, Christian aka Miami got 511 RW with some really tricky heads that had a 11* valve angle and big cam. I don't remember the brand, and that was 10 years ago. I didn't build my car to race, just really a mid-life ability to have a car I could make my own, and afford to "waste" money on. In fact, I kind of regret adding a SC, as it's scary at low speeds, and you can go from 0 to jail in about 5 seconds.
0 to Jail
