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**tdangle** · 12-17-2017, 05:44 PM

Another thread got me thinking about buying myself a Christmas present this year. (I didn't want to hijack the other thread)

I'm thinking of the Chevrolet SB Iron Vortec Heads to put on my gen1 350

I know I will need:

self aligning rockers
Vortec intake manifold and bolts
gasket set
new valve covers and bolts

Anything else?
Can I use by old head bolts, push rods?

Right now I have a totally stock engine with a low mileage rebuild. Just sat for a lot years and I know valve seal o-rings are bad.

**Captainfab** · 12-18-2017, 12:16 AM

Yes you can reuse your head bolts and pushrods.

**Rickysnickers** · 12-18-2017, 12:24 AM

I'm curious and have no intention of starting any kind of argument, but why are you limiting yourself to Vortec heads?

**tdangle** · 12-18-2017, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rickysnickers

I'm curious and have no intention of starting any kind of argument, but why are you limiting yourself to Vortec heads?

I'm open to suggestions

GRX · 12-19-2017, 03:03 PM

New rocker nuts. Stock ones are crimp type and not made to be reusable. Get poly lock type while you are at it.

**Rickysnickers** · 12-19-2017, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tdangle

I'm open to suggestions

Well, without getting nosey, and I won't ask what your budget is, but you can buy some decent aluminum heads too. I bought some of the Jegs house brand heads and have been really happy with them.

12-17-2017, 05:44 PM	#1
tdangle Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jurupa Valley, Ca Posts: 1,208	Head parts shopping list Another thread got me thinking about buying myself a Christmas present this year. (I didn't want to hijack the other thread) I'm thinking of the Chevrolet SB Iron Vortec Heads to put on my gen1 350 I know I will need: self aligning rockers Vortec intake manifold and bolts gasket set new valve covers and bolts Anything else? Can I use by old head bolts, push rods? Right now I have a totally stock engine with a low mileage rebuild. Just sat for a lot years and I know valve seal o-rings are bad. __________________ Terry 1970 Custom Camper/C20 , GM Crate 350/7004R, Dana 60, factory AC

12-18-2017, 12:16 AM	#2
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: Head parts shopping list Yes you can reuse your head bolts and pushrods. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

12-18-2017, 12:24 AM	#3
Rickysnickers Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Eagle, ID Posts: 2,931	Re: Head parts shopping list I'm curious and have no intention of starting any kind of argument, but why are you limiting yourself to Vortec heads?

12-19-2017, 03:03 PM	#5
GRX Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MD Posts: 1,937	Re: Head parts shopping list New rocker nuts. Stock ones are crimp type and not made to be reusable. Get poly lock type while you are at it. __________________ 1969 c-10 Step Side Long Bed. I-6 250cid = = 1969 Pontiac GTO hard top. 400, 4-speed.

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