Cammed ls2 head question/options
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From: Gambrills MD
Cammed ls2 head question/options
Hey guys thinking of going with a heads and cam car, maybe put a bottle on it for those rare occasions. So what is my best head option? Would porting ls2 heads with a company like AI or would an aftermarket setup be better? I'm not looking to win any dyno contests or take any awards just want as close to 475-500 whp as I can while still being reliable I'm at a little over 450 with cam fast exhaust and intake. I know the ls3 top end is an option but how much if any would it yield over a good cnc job from ai? After getting an ls3 top end with new valves springs and retainers and selling my fast for an ls3 I think my price comparison work sheet puts them all close to the same playing field.
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From: Salisbury PA.
looking to do the same with my 05, I want a somewhat aggressive cam, but something streetable. im planning on using a 100 shot also. ill have headers and full exhaust system with intake, car is bone stock now besides axle back SLP loudmouth. sorry for hi-jacking but im kinda look at some head options also.
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I agree their are a lot of threads on this topic couldn't find one that completely fit my question figured in the tech/performance section would be fitting and see repeat threads a lot. But if you would care to link what exact threads to help others out when searching seems like it would help. I've searched couldn't find my answer so pressed that button and made a thread. And I'm not a huge fan of oh this 1 guy is the fastest everyone just use that. It is an option for sure but I like working cost vs gain and what's easily available. Thanks Jim! Oh and I don't have an auto
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Joined: Mar 2005
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From: Southampton NJ
I agree their are a lot of threads on this topic couldn't find one that completely fit my question figured in the tech/performance section would be fitting and see repeat threads a lot. But if you would care to link what exact threads to help others out when searching seems like it would help. I've searched couldn't find my answer so pressed that button and made a thread. And I'm not a huge fan of oh this 1 guy is the fastest everyone just use that. It is an option for sure but I like working cost vs gain and what's easily available. Thanks Jim! Oh and I don't have an auto
