Vortec head mods

[jslezak83]

so i ordered some parts today for my L31 Vortecs. i got some 7/16" ARP rocker studs, 918 Beehives with matching retainers and locks. the four items ran me $350. the springs and stuff will be here in a week. i think i scored a good deal, the guy charged $190 for the springs...gotta love local shops!

so i got the studs pulled out, now i gotta get the taps from work, and go to town on them. i have de-bured the chambers, all the ports, and most any other sharp edges i could find. once i get the studs in, i can pull the valves, and do a little bowl work. can't wait to get these puppies on, and running.

anyway, i just thought id share with you guys. if anyone has any suggestions along the way, feel free to pass them along. -Jim

 

[midnightbluS10]

Re: Vortec head mods

L31? what engine is that?

edit: I see it's for the V8. Which intake manifold are you using?

 

[TYHOGG]

Re: Vortec head mods

I'd imagine if they where press in studs stock its either early L35, or stock set of heads.

 

[jslezak83]

Re: Vortec head mods

im getting the Edelbrock TPI manifold. i know its not a syty, but im using pretty much the same parts, and i trust the info on this site. hopefully you guys won't flame me too much.

anyway, i got one head done last night. i tapped 8 holes, and got the studs installed. i also enlarged the 8 push rod holes to 1/2". i took some pics, so ill post those up in a while.