What port are 243 heads?
243 Heads Features
| Material | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Weight | 26.0 lbs |
| Intake Port Shape | Cathedral |
| Exhaust Port Shape | D – Port |
| Intake Port Volume | 210 cc |
How much HP will ported heads add?
How much HP does a port and polish give you? Head porting is probably the single most critical piece of adding HP. you can gain 20-30 from a really good port job.
What tools do you need to port heads?
There are not a lot of tools needed to do your first porting and polishing job. You will need an electric or air powered high speed die grinder, some abrasive rolls and the mandrels they mount to, all of which are included in the Eastwood Engine Porting Kit with Die Grinder.
What is special about 243 heads?
◼️ The 243 heads produce about 5% more power on flow alone. This benefit occurs because of the hollow valve stem, delivering a better RPM potential that stands up to more supercharger or turbo applications.
Is 706 heads better than 243 heads?
706 heads tend to be more popular than 243 heads with those who run naturally aspirated engines. While they don’t have the same size combustion chamber they also don’t have the tendency to lower the compression ratio and reduce horsepower.
Can I port my own heads?
The best way to save the most money while reaping the same performance benefits is to invest your own personal time into porting and polishing the cylinder head yourself. The porting and polishing process is broadly the same for all cylinder heads.
Did 4.8 LS come with 243 heads?
07 up 4.8 and 5.3 have 243 or 799 heads.
Are 243 heads cathedral Port?
243 heads have cathedral intake ports and D-shaped exhaust ports. 243 heads have a flow profile that makes them more adept at boosting torque on LS6 builds than LS1 since the exhaust has a better flow shape. The 243 heads are most popular with people looking for a budget cast head to have ported.
Are 243 heads good for porting?
If you desire to perform a porting on your vehicle’s cylinder head, getting new 243 heads is perfect for the porting job. When the 243 heads are coupled with a powerful can and an excellent valve lift, the result is improved power output. If you’re looking for 243 heads for sale, kindly check a dealership near you or buy online.
What types of heads do you offer for CNC porting?
We have a few options you can purchase such as a pair of Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3, or Stage 4 LS 243/799 Cathedral casting 5 axis CNC Porting with stainless valves and WP .660 dual race springs with WP titanium retainers. These heads have been disassembled, inspected, cleaned, 5 angle valve job, and milled slightly to clean up the heads.
What is the difference between a 706 and 243 cylinder heads?
The 243 heads come with 64.5cc chambers, while the 706 heads feature 61.5 cc chambers. Although the 243 heads appear to be more excellent than the 706 heads, it may not be a nice combo with a tiny bore engine due to its larger intake valve.
What kind of heads does a GMC 243 have?
GM 243 heads are General Motor’s 3rd generation cylinder heads designed for V8 trucks, SUVs, vans, and performance applications. The 243 heads are often called LS6 heads because they were found on the 2001 – 2006 LS6 engines. The 243 heads have a D-shaped exhaust and cathedral-shaped intake ports.