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Old 10-09-2005, 10:09 PM
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I was going to look into edelbrock heads as a option for the aluminum,you usually get a thicker deck in a aluminum head and the weight savings are not going to hurt.I don't have a closed cooling system but I have alot of friends here in the fresh water running aluminum heads with no corrosion problems.Thanks for the input.
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Old 10-11-2005, 09:20 PM
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What is a good price on vortec heads?
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Are you talking about the GM vortechs or the Edelbrock ETEC vortechs? The GM's are about $250.00 ea. or you can get the SDPC modified ones with screw in studs, guide plates, .600 lift springs for about $390.00 ea. The ETEC's go for for about $1100.00 for the small port ones and $1200.00 for the larger port ones.
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Old 10-12-2005, 04:55 PM
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How much better are the GM vortecs than a stock merc head,I know the stock mercs are known for valve problems,what about the vortecs,I am looking to do a budget engine as I plan on a new boat in a year or two,I just want more out of this one.I think if I can get 50 hp and 50 or so ft lb torque I would be happy with it till a new boat comes.I need twin big blocks next time!!
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Here is the dynosheet of my 350 w/ Vortec heads, 100hrs. no problems...so far. 50hp is easy to get, but I think that you`ll want 100hp to see difference, and it`s not so much more $$$... send me e-mail, if you want the part #`s etc.
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Old 10-13-2005, 05:25 PM
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What cam did you use?I got the email you sent.
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