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So got a call from the machine shop today heads leaking, and all 16 valves bent. Looking at 1000 to fix / parts. He showed me everything. It’s legit. TBH idk why I had PTV tho. Possible a failed spring cuz one is weak tho they are suppose to be new psi (don’t buy from TRP machine on eBay)
So for this price are the AFR enforcer 210 (or the summit version) better than the repaired 243’s?
it’s worth noting that the 243’s have a little damage to the CC but not a big deal. I’m just not sure how long this repair last.
basically it’s an exhaust bolt. It had been retapped by TRP and leaked water on the pressure test at heads up inc.
Anyway, the fix is to red lock tite a threaded rod in and drill and tap. I think that’s a temporary fix. What do you think?
For the price , im pretty sure im just I’m gonna get the summit heads but curious what yall think .
Assuming your heads are not ported, I’d probably get a set of ported 243s and use your set for the core. I’d fell better knowing that the money at least got me an upgrade.
Skip the repair—bent valves, chamber damage, and a sketchy bolt fix aren’t worth $1,000. Summit 210s are the better move: new, reliable, and better flowing than 243s.
Yanked a set of 799’s from the pick n pull for $150
shop tested them all good one valve needs some lapping. I’m gonna have them cut the bowls and install new seals and springs to match the ss3 cam that I chose. Kinda wish I’d a gone with something diff etc but Elgin. Are in USA cam was only 260 shipped from speedway , good deal. Shoold get me to 400 wheel no problem and the loss of low end won’t matter much in a 3000lb car
I don't know how the machine shop intends to preform the repair mentioned above, But a crack is still a crack and what they are doing sounds like more of a band aid IMO.
As you found out, Easier to get another set of heads and move on.
The AFR Enforcer and Summit branded heads are a great value for some one that has nothing to start with. As you can see based on what the shop quoted you to repair the other set, It is easy to get upside down on a used set of heads.
I don't know how the machine shop intends to preform the repair mentioned above, But a crack is still a crack and what they are doing sounds like more of a band aid IMO.
As you found out, Easier to get another set of heads and move on.
The AFR Enforcer and Summit branded heads are a great value for some one that has nothing to start with. As you can see based on what the shop quoted you to repair the other set, It is easy to get upside down on a used set of heads.
Are the AFR enforcers and the Summit branded heads identical as far as the casting?
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