Should I buy new STOCK heads?
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Should I buy new STOCK heads?
I have the crappy 98 heads on my TA, I was wondering what kinda of power gains i could expect with a pair of stock 243/241's ? also what would I have to do to fit them on my 98?
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Whats wrong with the stock 98 heads. I have great power from my tired out 98.... 175k 340hp/350tq at the wheels with an m/6 lid, cat-back. I am keeping my stock head when i forged the motor, put in the big cam and spray the 200 shot. If you are going to invest into a head swap... go with something like PRC LS6 heads atleast!
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241 heads will gain nothing, 243s on the other hand would be worth the investment. as usual, you were lead to believe that the 853 heads are total scrap and REALLY hold back the car...this is not the case. small casting differences between the 853 & 241 heads are hardly noticeable AT BEST. i would opt for some worked 243s, seeing that you have the t-rex. be prepared to flycut should you get larger valves and/or mill the head any.