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799 Heads: All About 799 LS Heads & Their Application

The 799 LS heads are some of the most popular heads used in LS engines. They offer excellent performance with increased horsepower making it a preferred choice for a porting job.

These 799 heads are the latest model and are made using the semi-permanent mold method. While they are similar to 2004 LS2 heads in terms of triangular casting, they do not require…

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Added by Dirk Wagy on September 27, 2022 at 9:15am — No Comments

243 Heads: All About 243 LS Heads & Their Application

Initially, General Motors made seven different versions of the LS engine, and the majority of them had varying heads. The head names are indicated by the stamp on the valve cover that shows the three-digit head number.

The 243 heads were put on the LS6 engines. Initially, the heads were made for C5 Corvettes, used from 2001 to 2006. The LS6 was also used in some Camaros and Pontiac GTOs.

The 243 heads are cast out of aluminum alloy, and they feature larger intake and exhaust…

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Added by Dirk Wagy on June 10, 2022 at 1:00am — No Comments

13 Step Process for Remanufacturing Cylinder Heads

Like most auto parts, cylinder heads can eventually crack or fail for various reasons. A broken cylinder head can be fixed in three ways: buying a new cylinder head, rebuilding, and remanufacturing the cylinder head. While buying a new one is relatively expensive, remanufacturing or rebuilding cylinder heads are the preferred options for many due to their lower prices.

Rebuilding a cylinder head means only the broken components like springs, valves, injector sleeves, or guides will be…

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Added by Dirk Wagy on March 24, 2022 at 1:56am — No Comments

Why Chevy 706 Heads LS Make a Great Choice?

Cylinder heads are the essential building blocks of an engine, and they play a vital role in the efficient operation of a vehicle. A right cylinder head ensures the engine’s performance and longevity, so it’s important to select the appropriate head for your car. Though multiple cylinder head options are available in the market, very few provide reliability and performance at an affordable cost. That being the case, Chevy 706 LS Heads guarantee a robust engine build for your…

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Added by Dirk Wagy on December 31, 2021 at 2:44am — No Comments

Are 862 Heads a Better Choice?

With a plethora of automotive components available in the market, you may have a hard time knowing which cylinder heads are right for your vehicle. 862 LS Heads make the top choice when it comes to high-performing cylinder heads. Cylinder heads are the essential component of a vehicle and they determine the efficiency of the engine. They need to be robust, and be able to withstand high temperatures and immense pressures, without altering shape and form.



The CNC Ported 862 LS…

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Added by Dirk Wagy on November 5, 2021 at 12:30am — No Comments

What is an Engine Cylinder Head The engine cylinder head is an integral part of any engine. It is bolted onto the engine block and sealed with the cylinder head gasket. This closes the combustion ch…

What is an Engine Cylinder Head



The engine cylinder head is an integral part of any engine. It is bolted onto the engine block and sealed with the cylinder head gasket. This closes the combustion chamber.

Cylinder head

Function of an Engine’s Cylinder Head

Sitting on top of the engine’s lower end, the cylinder head function is to provide a clean air/fuel mixture for combustion and exhaust the spent mixture from the combustion chamber. An engine needs to…

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Added by Dirk Wagy on August 21, 2021 at 3:30am — No Comments

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