440 build advice

[Gobie]

I'm rebuilding my 72 440 any suggestions on aluminum heads source 440 or Eldebrock heads? Going with 10.1-1 pistons. Thinking about ordering Eldebrock top end kit. Just want to hear about those Source heads??

 

[1967coronet440]

Can’t beat stealth prices I think they’re $500 each.

 

[Gobie]

Did you use stock rocker arms??

 

[1967coronet440]

I Never used them, plenty of people here have with no issues. I’m sure someone will chime in about the rockers

 

[Gobie]

You upgrade anything on the heads?

 

[1967coronet440]

I have victor max wedge heads everything was upgraded, completely different from stealths.

 

[super-bee_ski]

I have victor max wedge heads everything was upgraded, completely different from stealths.

Radical head!
NOTE: not for the weak of heart...
Warning: for use ONLY if you wish to WIN

Yeah, that MAXIE head is sweet!
When I did my 440 based Max wedge Cross ram intake engine in 2005, that Head was NOT available
Great set up!

 

[1967coronet440]

Radical head!
NOTE: not for the weak of heart...
Warning: for use ONLY if you wish to WIN

Yeah, that MAXIE head is sweet!
When I did my 440 based Max wedge Cross ram intake engine in 2005, that Head was NOT available
Great set up!

Ya I can’t wait to get it fired up, just got the engine back last week.

 

[Zeppelin264]

If you have the cash, spend the money on the Sidewinders. I did the Stealth route and it's been a bumpy road. It's all sorted now, but I've had 2 major issues with these heads that had to be corrected.

Edit: If your starting from scratch, I'd do the Edelbrocks.

 

[super-bee_ski]

X2
Only if you wish Aluminum
The 67 GTX I just sold has 440 source stealth Aluminum heads and a GREAT rocker set up
Everyone I know that uses them LOVES them!
BTW: there is another THREAD here on the forum about Aluminum heads
I personally do not mind Mother Mopar CAST 906s OR 452s

 

[super-bee_ski]

There are numerous Threads with this topic:
I suggest you research these before you make a decision:

1. 440 Heads Advice http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/posts/910753621/
Engine, Trans & Driveline

2. http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/threads/aluminum-heads-ductile-iron-rockers.136088/

3. http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/posts/910659028/

4. http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/mopar...s-cast-iron-heads-for-max-wedge-build.124417/

5. http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/mopar...ed-set-of-aluminum-stage-vi-heads-440.117221/

6. http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/posts/910335583/

7. http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/threads/440source-aluminum-heads.70911/

8. http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/threads/bb-aluminum-heads.68982/

There are MORE
Learn to do your research
As a well respected Forum member always states: "Fill your library before you fill your garage"

 

[Mike67]

There's a member here that has the Trickflow 240s NIB for $2k....

 

[CUDA8U]

Trick Flow heads
Proform carb
Lunati can
Prw roller rockers
Street dom or eddy torker intake
512 stroker kit balanced from 440source

Easy 600hp+ and well over 600 ft lbs torque

 

[66Satellite47]

I have the EDE RPM Performer and they are fine. The Trick Flow do look really good. I went with the Indy EZ -1 Max wedge for my 512 motor. A buddy has had the 440 Source heads that cracked in half. May be odd result but something to consider. Good luck.

 

[1967coronet440]

There’s a reason the stealths are 500 bucks, a lot of proper have used without issue but there’s also plenty like 66satty said that have had issues

 

[CUDA8U]

There’s a reason the stealths are 500 bucks, a lot of proper have used without issue but there’s also plenty like 66satty said that have had issues

never cheap out on the heads

 

[Gobie]

What kind of rockers is everyone using with Elds? Summit had some for 700 sound about right??

 

[Mike67]

I have the Comp Ultra Pro Mags on my Eddy RPMs and an old set of Crane adjustable ductiles for back ups....havent ran them yet as my motor is not asembled...

 

[Gobie]

Also what are E street heads like 84cc?? Compare to performers

 

[Mike67]

I have the EDE RPM Performer and they are fine. The Trick Flow do look really good. I went with the Indy EZ -1 Max wedge for my 512 motor. A buddy has had the 440 Source heads that cracked in half. May be odd result but something to consider. Good luck.

Ya I think I would go with the Sidewinders before the Source stuff...heard too many bad stories about them (Source) but nothing bad about the SWs...