Need head work.. what else should I do while I'm in there?

[audiodan]

Ok... I haven't taken anything apart yet but I'm pretty sure the timing belt slipped and I smashed some valves. Assuming thats what happened, where should I go to get the head rebuilt? So far the only sure deal I've found is going with engintecs.com. They're local and the prices seem reasonable. My other question is, since I have to take alot off it seems only common sense to put some new stuff on. I know I definately want to do an external gate with dump and I should do a new exhaust manifold. Should I also do a new intake and cams too? I guess theres alot of stuff that can be done but its just alittle overwhelming to figure it all out.. will stuff work with current mods? will i have to upgrade injectors and full management? (yes I know i only have and afc and maf trans) And what specifically should I get that will work and where?

 

[kenamond]

What to get depends on your goals. While the head is off and they are fixing it, have them put in revised lash adjusters (lifters) so that you don't have to worry about lifter tick.

 

[crazy_skier]

if your getting head work, I would get the head built and set to go, that way when you upgrade the turbo and such, you will have a head that can keep up. I personally would do some arp 220,000 psi studs, a mls headgasket, maybe o-ring the head and for sure get 272 or bigger cams. Then you can add other things as you like.

 

[1bad91tsi]

o ring head,port& polish,3 angle valve job,and arp hardware all around IF you are wanting 350+ hp if all you want is 300 then just replace whats broken and gasket match everything.

 

[audiodan]

Thanks for the replies. If you look at my profile you'll see I already have alot done to the car. I'm mainly trying to figure out what bolt on parts I can do while fixing the head that will work with my current setup. Also if there is anywhere else i can take the head or places that already sell setup heads.

 

[2gGSX]

O-ring the head and get some ARP L19 headstuds if you can afford them.