which vortec heads?
#1
which vortec heads?
Im not too familiar with Vortec heads, but EVERYONE I've talked to says Vertec's are the way to go. My block is from a 74' 350 and rebuilt with Flat Tops. I'm now in the market for some heads and cam. Final hp I'd like around 350-400. Vortec heads I see LT1, L98, etc. Which heads will work best with this application?
Thanks,
Mark
Thanks,
Mark
#3
there is only one head refered to as Vortec. its a factory GM head but you are limited to .480 lift. pace sells vortecs that are modified for higher lifts for a bit more, but they are the same head.
the LT1 and L98 heads are just that, LT1 and L98
the LT1 and L98 heads are just that, LT1 and L98
#8
Man I just called two valve shops here in Houston and both places said I was crazy for trying to get max hp from a set of Vortec's and that I should bring in my 882's and have them p&p'd and have 2.02/1.60's put in and I would be fine. WHATS UP!! I have 700.00 to spend, what heads are the best bet?
#10
I have sportsmann II heads on my Z. I have been told if you have a mild port job done on them you will see 40hp increase. I have a real mild cam, RPM perf. intake and a 650 carb. my 81 Z will run low 13's I have run a 13.2 on street tires, havnt had it back with the DR's on it yet.
And my heads are box stock.
And my heads are box stock.
#11
Try edelbrock. They make vortec heads which are supposed to be a little better than a standard chevy.
http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive/index.html
http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive/index.html
#12
I didn't see this topic until now, but my suggestion is definitely consider the Vortecs. I run a ported set in my '77 Z, and am *extremely* pleased with the results. 400HP from a 350 with flat-top pistons is not a problem with Vortecs and a streetable hyd. flat tappet cam.
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