Thread: Vortec heads on a 1989 350 Chevy

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I can't comment on the cranks, but the last time I tried to use Vortec heads, I couldn't find a set that wasn't cracked. The shop that was checking them said it was very common. The Vortec motor I was rebuilding looked brand new on the inside. The cylinders were perfect (no measurable wear or taper) and still had the honing marks in the cylinders. The crank was perfect, too. The motor showed no signs of neglect or abuse other than the cracked heads. Curious since they are considered the budget "go to" head for hot rods.

I finally got tired of paying the magnufluxing fees on set after set and went with a different style of head since I didn't need the Vortec intake on my hot rod motor.

Mike