[Z06] Getting Heads Fixed Around Michigan
12-10-2016, 07:31 PM
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Getting Heads Fixed Around Michigan
Hey guys-
I'm looking at picking up a C6 Z06 and I'm seeing quite a few w/ original heads so trying to plan ahead and know what it will cost to fix right out of the gate. I'd love to take to AHP but I'm not down for a 30-hr roadtrip. Are there any reputable shops in the midwest? Also what should I expect to pay all in? All I want is to not have to worry about the engine chewing itself up, 500-HP is plenty for me.
Thanks!
I'm looking at picking up a C6 Z06 and I'm seeing quite a few w/ original heads so trying to plan ahead and know what it will cost to fix right out of the gate. I'd love to take to AHP but I'm not down for a 30-hr roadtrip. Are there any reputable shops in the midwest? Also what should I expect to pay all in? All I want is to not have to worry about the engine chewing itself up, 500-HP is plenty for me.
Thanks!
12-10-2016, 08:10 PM
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Hey guys-
I'm looking at picking up a C6 Z06 and I'm seeing quite a few w/ original heads so trying to plan ahead and know what it will cost to fix right out of the gate. I'd love to take to AHP but I'm not down for a 30-hr roadtrip. Are there any reputable shops in the midwest? Also what should I expect to pay all in? All I want is to not have to worry about the engine chewing itself up, 500-HP is plenty for me.
Thanks!
I'm looking at picking up a C6 Z06 and I'm seeing quite a few w/ original heads so trying to plan ahead and know what it will cost to fix right out of the gate. I'd love to take to AHP but I'm not down for a 30-hr roadtrip. Are there any reputable shops in the midwest? Also what should I expect to pay all in? All I want is to not have to worry about the engine chewing itself up, 500-HP is plenty for me.
Thanks!
12-10-2016, 09:55 PM
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Katech or Lingenfelter should be able to get you taken care of.
12-10-2016, 10:03 PM
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12-12-2016, 08:14 AM
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Hey guys-
I'm looking at picking up a C6 Z06 and I'm seeing quite a few w/ original heads so trying to plan ahead and know what it will cost to fix right out of the gate. I'd love to take to AHP but I'm not down for a 30-hr roadtrip. Are there any reputable shops in the midwest? Also what should I expect to pay all in? All I want is to not have to worry about the engine chewing itself up, 500-HP is plenty for me.
Thanks!
I'm looking at picking up a C6 Z06 and I'm seeing quite a few w/ original heads so trying to plan ahead and know what it will cost to fix right out of the gate. I'd love to take to AHP but I'm not down for a 30-hr roadtrip. Are there any reputable shops in the midwest? Also what should I expect to pay all in? All I want is to not have to worry about the engine chewing itself up, 500-HP is plenty for me.
Thanks!
12-12-2016, 09:28 AM
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12-12-2016, 02:43 PM
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Pull them, send them off to AHP.
12-12-2016, 08:48 PM
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Go with Katech. I didn't use them for my head work because I was too far away but I followed Jason's recommendations.
Locally I chose a race shop that does a lot of work for NASCAR teams and weekend competition asphalt track teams. They did all of the work from head removal to machine work to head installation. One stop shopping the way I like it.
Bill
Locally I chose a race shop that does a lot of work for NASCAR teams and weekend competition asphalt track teams. They did all of the work from head removal to machine work to head installation. One stop shopping the way I like it.
Bill
12-19-2016, 05:36 AM
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Katech does great work as do We.
We both have slightly different approaches and ideology's to the Ls7 head rework and both have great reputations as well as a few other vendors and forum sponsors. Thats the nice thing when it comes to your Ls7 you have some really good options out there. Do you research and find out which is best for you as an individual and go with that.
If you have any questions you can always give us a call 310-326-2399
or email HP@americanheritageperformance.com we are always glad to answer questions anyone may have.
http://www.americanheritageperformance.com/
We both have slightly different approaches and ideology's to the Ls7 head rework and both have great reputations as well as a few other vendors and forum sponsors. Thats the nice thing when it comes to your Ls7 you have some really good options out there. Do you research and find out which is best for you as an individual and go with that.
If you have any questions you can always give us a call 310-326-2399
or email HP@americanheritageperformance.com we are always glad to answer questions anyone may have.
http://www.americanheritageperformance.com/
Last edited by American Heritage; 12-19-2016 at 05:36 AM.