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Old 02-06-2006, 03:38 PM
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Default 99 Heads on my 00' Vette? (Dumb question)

Ok don't flame me but I found a deal on 99' heads with the PRC dual valvespring/hardened pushrod combo for sale for dirt cheap. I just wanted to make sure that this WILL in fact fit on my 00' Vette with no problems.
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They will fit yes, other than the springs you won't see a performance increase though.
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I wouldn't do it man. It will fit but...honestly,...unless your board outta your mind, I wouldn't waste your time.

Better off, saving up a few bucks, and buying a set of patriot heads. ATleast then, you'll see some increase in power.

or do a cam only,..and some 918's.
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I bought a cam, it's sitting in the garage. I am buying the heads because they come with the upgraded valvetrain. They are 150 dollars + 20 bucks shipping. How the hell am I gonna beat that price?
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any idea the labor involved in doing heads and cam? I wouldn't want to do it too often on the same car.
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Originally Posted by V-seriesTech
any idea the labor involved in doing heads and cam? I wouldn't want to do it too often on the same car.
LOTS of fun cleaning those decks, not to mention you have to get new head gaskets and head bolts or studs... Studs are $230 (at least) and head gaskets are $50ish for the factory composites...

How about not taking your heads off and just transferring the springs...???


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right?!.....such a pain in the *** for no real gain. Just couldn't bring myself to do it. Now, if it was LS6 or better heads,..sure.

I understand man, if your on a budget but, honestly, your better off saving your money, and doing it right. Later, when it's all said and done, you be really glad you did.

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I could just install the springs/pushrods/etc into my heads. Regardless it would be cheaper than buying brand new springs/retainers/pushrods/etc. Also I would need a spring compressor tool (extra money). The labor doesn't scare me in the least. I have the paid time off scheduled to do this. I don't want a heads/cam set-up. No offense to anyone but bolt-ons/cam/tune/nitrous will be more than enough for me at this point.



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