DSG Heads

[Russell]

Good or Garbage?

Need to replace the heads on my 6.2L to put the turbocharger on. Options include overhauling a set of cracked 93 6.5L heads I have, or purchasing new DSG 6.5L heads.

The heads I have would need new valves, guides, springs, retainers and a valve seat grind. Good chance I'd need to get the heads surfaced as well.

DSG heads are brand new (5 minutes or so of running time) for $800, local fella has them.

Opinions?

 

[Wrench]

personally I'd be really wary of the Chinese castings that DSG uses . . .

Are those heads cracking around the valve seats or through the fire ring on the pre-cups? If not, I'd use them . . .

 

[Dangerousdan]

6.2/ 6.5

I would like offer you a great deal. A pair of matched 6.2 heads new and never been installed for half the cost that you mentioned. Plus shipping.

Thanks Dan

 

[Russell]

Any ideas on the cost of shipping to me here in Canada via ground mail?

My postal code is T8E 2C8. Best to ship it USPS so I don't get hammered with some sort of a brokerage fee. You'll likely have to ship them individually, as I doubt they'd ship both.

If the shipping is reasonable, I may have to take you up on that offer...

 

[Dangerousdan]

6.2/ 6.5

Rusell,
Orignaly the heads were purchased from Canada. You can chick the shipping from your address to 95431.
Thanks Dan

 

[Russell]

Well, according to USPS's website, we'd be looking at about 120 bucks per head to ship em via the slowest possible method. Has me looking at 2 weeks delivery, and about 640 shipped for a savings of about $160 over the local guy who has the 6.5L heads.

Regardless, I wouldn't be able to afford to pick up a set for a few more weeks till I start working, but I will let you know what I decide to do when I have the chance.