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Old 04-08-2021, 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Vengeance Race Engines View Post
Just curious here, but why not just buy them as castings and build them the way they need to be built for the application, instead of relying on "as is" advertised parts?

Unless i am missing something....
I already have a good running application that works quite well that I've been flogging on for years and its just time for a freshen and a little upgrade. Havent done a damn thing with the car since 2014 except change the oil, tires, and an anti-roll bar. I'm looking for a specific head combination to match the roller I have and plan on using, plus to compliment all the other components of not only the engine but for the car and suspension. I'm not just calling them up and telling them to send me the highest flowing head they sell, bolt them down with a RAIV cam and expect it to run 9"s.
I've been running the same flat tappet (and lifters) for 20 years and I'll probably kick myself for going to a roller because the cars current combo just works and its virtually maintenance free! I also realize I'll also need to make a head change rather its High Ports or something else. Tired of dancing on the edge of the ET break, time to go little quicker.

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