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Old Feb 3, 2014 | 07:21 PM
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I have an ls1 a4 with a 230/232 112 cam, fast 90/90, 3200 stall, 3:90 gears. Need to know what are the best set of budget heads? I've seen the power with 243 and I want a little more than that. Any ideas? I know 799 are budget 243 basically.
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Old Feb 3, 2014 | 09:16 PM
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For the money I really like my PRC 5.3 heads
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Are you on a budget?
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If you have 243/799 heads, then have them ported. If you don't have them, you can buy them already ported from a place like Texas Speed or TEA. A lot depends on your budget. Remember, everything starts with the heads. Build around them and buy the best heads you can afford.
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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 11:36 AM
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R-Steffen 99ls1 feel free to give us a call. We will be happy to discuss the various cylinder head options we have and get you into a package that fits your goals and budget best.
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I'm on a slight budget yeah
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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by R-Steffen 99ls1
I'm on a slight budget yeah
Roughly how much are you looking to spend?
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Sub'd for ideas...
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What is your budget Matt? I had a very hard time deciding between the heads I have and the TFS 220cc As Cast ones.
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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 01:23 PM
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No real budget at the moment, just thinking ahead...
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Look at Advanced Induction to CNC Port a set of 243's. They do very nice work.
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