mecompco
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Is it a dumb idea to consider buying a used aluminum head (Hesco) for my eventual stroker build? Can they warp or otherwise get ruined? Opinions welcome!
Used aluminum head?
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old_man
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Do you have a line on a used head? You can check it for warp.
aparke4
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ummm you wanna buy me one? i will be your bestest friend... i have not heard of one warping per say but overheating can lead to warp, etc so make sure your investment stays/runs cool...
mecompco
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Thanks for the responses. This would need to be acquired via the Internet, so a physical inspection prior to purchase would be impossible. It would be a lot of $ to waste if was somehow damaged, and (correct me if I'm wrong) damage from overheating or whatever would perhaps not be visible in photos? These things are $1850 on the Hesco website--what would a fair price for a used one be?
tealcherokee
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i wouldnt pay more than $400 for a used one if i couldnt see it up close and check it out
FatXJ
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Get it in writing that the head is free from defects and is known to be good. Make sure it is signed and dated. At least then you will have a basic line of defense.
Small claims usually sides with the plaintiff.
Small claims usually sides with the plaintiff.
redyouch
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FatXJ said:
you wont get anywhere with that, it wont even be worth the time.
Dr. Dyno
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If you can't see the head with your own eyes before you buy it, don't. If it came off an engine that overheated, it could be warped or even cracked.
Flash
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The only + to an alum head is that it can be welded easaly......but not cheaply!!!!!!!!!!!! + machining of the head could cost you as much as a new head..........and my be why it's so cheap........or not:dunno:
Flash.
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old_man said:
He sure does. It's in the springs too Tom. I had considered picking it up, but really have no use for it.
http://www.jeepsunlimited.com/forums/showthread.php?t=792757&highlight=Hesco+Aluminum
mecompco
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91 Jeep Project said:
Yup, that's the one, though I saw it on JF.
