Originally posted by golovko@Feb 19 2004, 08:30 AM
Bob,
Would P&P produce any noticable gains? How much would it cost to do the upper intake on a vulcan and/or my TB?
Thanks,
Parker
Noticable gains would come in the form of improved throttle response. Think of it this way, a lot of minor mods add up. Porting and polishing the upper intake is one of those minor mods that may not show an increase on a dyno, but will improve throttle response on the car. Basically anything you do to smooth the airflow is going to be a noticable modification. It also sets a good foundation for other mods, such as cold air intakes, nitrous, forced induction, etc.
Here's some pricing on Vulcan stuff:
Upper intake: Thorough cleaning of manifold, gasket match, port and polish, smooth casting lines on the exterior, paint color of your choice: $100
Lower intake: Thorough cleaning of manifold, gasket match, port and polish, smooth casting lines on exterior, paint color of your choice: $100
Heads are a different story. Depending on your needs and how much you want to invest, there's a few options:
Basic head work: Disassemble heads, clean thoroughly, gasket match exhaust ports, remove casting flash and polish exhaust ports, paint with black high temp paint, reassemble heads (lap in valves, etc): $150 for the pair.
Advanced head work: All above services, plus blending and polishing of bowls, deshrouding valve guides: $250 for the pair.
These prices are for labor only. If you need a manifold(s) or heads, that cost would be added in. I can either get the manifolds for you, or you can get them and ship them to me. Shipping would also be an additional charge, based on where you live, and how fast you need them back.
I'll be willing to do package deals also:
Upper and lower intake: $175
Upper and lower intake, basic head work: $300
Upper and lower intake, advanced head work: $400
The Duratec should be similar on pricing. I'll know more about the heads on those when I see the bare castings that Brad is bringing down.