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Old May 17, 2007 | 08:02 PM
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so im in the market for a good head/cam package.. i cant think of anywhere to get em other than lloyd elliot... (in which case id get an le1).. can you guys give me any input as to where youd get yours?
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Old May 17, 2007 | 08:22 PM
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How much hp are you looking for?
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Old May 17, 2007 | 08:23 PM
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Old May 17, 2007 | 08:28 PM
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Loyd Elliot @ elliot port works

its my daily driver, so im not looking for anything crazy (and also looking for something between 1000-1500 bucks.. an le1 is like 1200 bucks for about 380 to the wheels, so something comprable or better than that)

well AI is definitely on the list for researching now (after lookin through their site).. haha...


anyone else?

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Old May 17, 2007 | 09:27 PM
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I am happy with PortPros www.portpros.com

Does some of the best work. Period.

There have been many threads about this topic. Search about these companies and give each a call. Then decide.
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Old May 17, 2007 | 09:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Irish350
Loyd Elliot @ elliot port works

its my daily driver, so im not looking for anything crazy (and also looking for something between 1000-1500 bucks.. an le1 is like 1200 bucks for about 380 to the wheels, so something comprable or better than that)

well AI is definitely on the list for researching now (after lookin through their site).. haha...


anyone else?
That is pretty cheap price wise. Does that include the whole valvetrain or just the cam? How about the tune?
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Old May 17, 2007 | 11:03 PM
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tony, ill check it out, but im not looking for anything crazy like your car

that would be partial valvetrain, i guess (valve and springs and whatnot, but not pushrods or rockers), and not the tune
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so it looks like port pros is the cheapest, but it is for heads only, and apparently their site doesnt actually have a "valve train" area (even though they direct you to it if you have questions..), and i really respect your opinion, tony, just based on your reputation...

how are they with helping select cam and whatnot?

also, has anyone else had good/bad experiences with any of these companies? or any other companies?

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Old May 18, 2007 | 07:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Irish350
so it looks like port pros is the cheapest, but it is for heads only, and apparently their site doesnt actually have a "valve train" area (even though they direct you to it if you have questions..), and i really respect your opinion, tony, just based on your reputation...

how are they with helping select cam and whatnot?

also, has anyone else had good/bad experiences with any of these companies? or any other companies?
I thought those prices included springs. Give Harold (@portpros) a call and he can let you know. Harold has teamed up with Comp Cams and together they do a great job at cam selection. Look at the credentials of each company of where they learned their trade. All the ones mentioned are good companies. Choose the one you are comfortable with.
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Old May 18, 2007 | 09:13 AM
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so it looks like port pros is the cheapest, but it is for heads only, and apparently their site doesnt actually have a "valve train" area (even though they direct you to it if you have questions..), and i really respect your opinion, tony, just based on your reputation...

how are they with helping select cam and whatnot?

also, has anyone else had good/bad experiences with any of these companies? or any other companies?

Hello,

I saw your post give me a call I will be happy to go over any questions you have. The prices we have listed for tour stage I, II and III heads do include the valves, springs, retainers, spring seat locators, locks seals machine work, port work, surface and build.

Thanks-512-257-0222
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Old May 22, 2007 | 08:20 AM
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Im extremely happy with my stuff from PortPros. Harold built my entire engine. Actually, Im going to be having Harold set me up with a new custom grind cam. Eventually he'll be doing a single plane Vic-E intake as well, just gotta save some more money

Give Harold a call and you'll be convinced, at least I was. I called everybody I could think of before deciding to go with Port Pros for my engine. He just seemed to be the most knowledgible and had answers to any questions right away. The man knows his ****, and is a great guy to work with.
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Old May 23, 2007 | 01:56 PM
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cool.. ill have to try to get ahold of him(/them) again... i called last week and left a message, but didnt hear anything back
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Old May 24, 2007 | 09:14 AM
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Try email, that seems to always get ahold of him at the best time for a reply
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