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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 06:11 PM
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I have my heads off to change the lifters, and well, I just figured that since I have my heads off then I would try to change them. Can anyone give me some ideas as to what heads are the best for what I want. I have a stock bottom end, a whole lot of spray, full bolt-ons. So, you guys have any ideas????
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 06:27 PM
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AFR's seem to be the best you can get. There are many others like Dart. You pay more for the AFR's but sometimes you get what you pay for. I have been looking at heads for a long time and was considering the Darts but after reading the problems with them I will have to wait and see. I just might wait until I can save up for the AFR's. Good luck on what ever you pick.

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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 06:33 PM
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I have my heads off to change the lifters, and well, I just figured that since I have my heads off then I would try to change them. Can anyone give me some ideas as to what heads are the best for what I want. I have a stock bottom end, a whole lot of spray, full bolt-ons. So, you guys have any ideas????
AFR 205s are the best so you might as well get them.
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 06:35 PM
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Yes, that sounds great, but I was trying not to spend several thousand $$$$.. How abouta set of LS-6 heads.
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 07:00 PM
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people seem to be having fair results with the budget ported LS6 heads from Texas Speed. If you're looking to stay on a relatively small budget, these heads can be had for around $1000.

Otherwise, I would recommend AFR 205's.
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Old Jun 29, 2006 | 07:15 PM
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If trying to stay on a budget, I am happy with my Darts. I think they offer a more robust head than a ported stock for spray and they aren't priced too bad either. Worth considering in my opinion. Good luck with your choice.
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