FS: Ported 2.0L FS Head! Beautiful!

[yellerandahalf]

This beautiful piece of metal was ported in 10 hours by the owner of Haywood Custom Speed in Raleigh, NC. They are a shop that specialized in DOHC mustang work, so porting this head was exactly like porting 1/2 of a mustang motor. Randy (the owner) is known for doing some of the best port/polish work in the mustang scene, and he's local, so I gave him a ring and he did a great job. I paid $800 for this head (100 for the head, 700 for porting), and am not going to use it, because I can't safely run any more power with this transmission anyways on the racetrack.I'm very open to any and all questions, and can take more pictures if necessary. It has been thoroughly cleaned and acid-dipped, and is currently located in Blacksburg, VA.

and now, the important part: Pictures!
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Feel free to reply or shoot me a PM about the head, I'll check both.
-Mateo

[boostdprotegelx]

[QUOTE=yellerandahalf]This beautiful piece of metal was ported in 10 hours by the owner of Haywood Custom Speed in Raleigh, NC. They are a shop that specialized in DOHC mustang work, so porting this head was exactly like porting 1/2 of a mustang motor. Randy (the owner) is known for doing some of the best port/polish work in the mustang scene, and he's local, so I gave him a ring and he did a great job. I paid $800 for this head (100 for the head, 700 for porting), and am not going to use it, because I can't safely run any more power with this transmission anyways on the racetrack. I'm asking $550 +shipping for the head. I'm very open to any and all questions, and can take more pictures if necessary.

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That looks good. P&P? what exactly will this allow by getting this done. Also, I might be interested. Where is it located?

[yellerandahalf]

The head's in Blacksburg, VA (go hokies!) right now, and could be in Raleigh, NC in 2 weeks if need be (meeting my dad for a Track day at VIR).

This will allow MUCH greater flow rates, allowing for lots more power and torque in mid-high RPM apps. In FI applications, this means more power at less boost, quicker spooling, and much greater peak power output. The head has not been polished; randy recommended that we not do that, he said compressed air seems to show better flow patterns when the surface is not perfectly smooth. Considering he makes REDICULOUS amounts of power with customer cars, I trust his word.
-Mateo

[boostdprotegelx]

The head's in Blacksburg, VA (go hokies!) right now, and could be in Raleigh, NC in 2 weeks if need be (meeting my dad for a Track day at VIR).

This will allow MUCH greater flow rates, allowing for lots more power and torque in mid-high RPM apps. In FI applications, this means more power at less boost, quicker spooling, and much greater peak power output. The head has not been polished; randy recommended that we not do that, he said compressed air seems to show better flow patterns when the surface is not perfectly smooth. Considering he makes REDICULOUS amounts of power with customer cars, I trust his word.
-Mateo
WHy aren't you using it.? can i get dibs on this? and are there things I will need to buy custom to make it work?

[yashart_mp3]

PM sent

[yellerandahalf]

Highest offer takes the head:)
So far (3.5 minutes), 4 people are in the running.
-Mateo

[boostdprotegelx]

well that is just a bitch I'm sure. I'd come pick it up.. What does the offer stand right now?

[boostdprotegelx]

well that is just a bitch I'm sure. I'd come pick it up.. What does the offer stand right now?
also, how big is the port? and will i have to buy oversized valves and shit?

[Captain KRM P5]

if you had been selling this a month ago, i'd have been all over it like soy sauce on chinese food.

[yellerandahalf]

haha soy sauce....yeah.....
I'm measuring the port sizes, get back in a few.
You won't need oversized valves unless you choose to go that route; they were not unshrouded because I had planned to use stock valves. Valve stem seals are installed, and as far as I know, in good shape. I have some new ones I'll throw in, just in case whoever buys it wants to replace it.

What you'll need to complete the head:
valves, springs, locks, retainers, buckets, shims, head gasket, valve cover gasket, water distribution block gasket (I'll include one)...i Think that's it.
-Mateo

EDIT: intake ports measure 1.969" x 1.789" at the manifold
exhuast ports measure 1.760" x 1.121" at the manifold.
NOTE: as I understand, the sizes at the gaskets were not hogged out too much, as to allow the use of stock gaskets.

[boostdprotegelx]

let me know what the highest bid is, and I will let you know what i can give ya. like I said, no shipping. I'll pick it up.



haha soy sauce....yeah.....
I'm measuring the port sizes, get back in a few.
You won't need oversized valves unless you choose to go that route; they were not unshrouded because I had planned to use stock valves. Valve stem seals are installed, and as far as I know, in good shape. I have some new ones I'll throw in, just in case whoever buys it wants to replace it.

What you'll need to complete the head:
valves, springs, locks, retainers, buckets, shims, head gasket, valve cover gasket, water distribution block gasket (I'll include one)...i Think that's it.
-Mateo

EDIT: intake ports measure 1.969" x 1.789" at the manifold
exhuast ports measure 1.760" x 1.121" at the manifold.
NOTE: as I understand, the sizes at the gaskets were not hogged out too much, as to allow the use of stock gaskets.

[yellerandahalf]

well that is just a bitch I'm sure. I'd come pick it up.. What does the offer stand right now?

Don't mean to piss anyone off, just figured If there was that much interest, it would come down to people outbidding each other anyways, so that's it. Offer stands at 550 as of 3/17/06 1:30 PM
-Mateo

[boostdprotegelx]

no sir, not pissed off. I should .. choice my words better. Apologies. I wil let you know.

[Jeph]

Thats beautiful! If i hadn't just dropped so much on other things, i'd be all over this.

[yellerandahalf]

no sir, not pissed off. I should .. choice my words better. Apologies. I wil let you know.

no worries mate:)

Thats beautiful! If i hadn't just dropped so much on other things, i'd be all over this.
Thanks! It's puuuurty I agree:)
-Mateo

[Greensleeper]

Ishh, the 4 disks / 5 bolts hub conversion costed me so much... Sorry!

GOOD LUCK!

[yellerandahalf]

(bump)

[tekkie]

damn if I did not have one already I would be over this :) looks pretty good

[daedalus]

if i hadnt just bought the mam manifold, i'd be all over this too... sorry buddy! Bump for JOOO!!!

[yellerandahalf]

heh thanks guys...now to find a buyer... O and daedalus, hows about some 4-cyl numbers eh?
-Mateo

[daedalus]

may. just wait until may... lol.

[yashart_mp3]

bump...

can you please respond to my PM?

[yellerandahalf]

responded. Something must have happened to my original response. Sry bout that.
-Mateo

[boostdprotegelx]

I also, might buying this shortly. let me know whats up.

[yellerandahalf]

why don't yall IM me: yellerandahalf or just post here, PM don't seem to be very reliable.
-Mateo

[boostdprotegelx]

why don't yall IM me: yellerandahalf or just post here, PM don't seem to be very reliable.
-Mateo
aim, for whatever, reason. is down on my computer. so, I'll just leave what I can here.

How am I doing?

[yellerandahalf]

Boostedprotegelx is the high bidder, at 575+shipping. Will ship item to high bidder next saturday.
-Mateo

[boostdprotegelx]

Boostedprotegelx is the high bidder, at 575+shipping. Will ship item to high bidder next saturday.
-Mateo
sounds good. there will be no shipping needed though, if that is ok with you. I would prefer to come pick it up.

[yellerandahalf]

Fine by me (I don't blame you, I don't like shipping nice items like this. I'd pack it like a mofo, but still...)
-mateo

[boostdprotegelx]

Fine by me (I don't blame you, I don't like shipping nice items like this. I'd pack it like a mofo, but still...)
-mateo
well hook me up with your information. and we can work on something. thanks.

[yellerandahalf]

The head's located in Blacksburg, VA, but could be in Danville, VA this weekend (track event if you'd rather go there. It can be transported safely to Raleigh, NC after that if needed.
-Mateo

[boostdprotegelx]

The head's located in Blacksburg, VA, but could be in Danville, VA this weekend (track event if you'd rather go there. It can be transported safely to Raleigh, NC after that if needed.
-Mateo
Well, it really doesn't matter to me. I was planning a small weekend getaway with some friends to South Carolina. the closer we drive, probably the better. I will need an address on whichever you choose.

[yellerandahalf]

which way will you be coming down? what highways?

[boostdprotegelx]

which way will you be coming down? what highways?
I'm in maryland. All I need is an address and I'll find the way. pm it to me if you would like.

[yellerandahalf]

PMed

[boostdprotegelx]

PMed
updates?

[yellerandahalf]

Head is back up for sale! Can't use it.

[zentrandi]

what happpened to the guy that wanted to buy it?

[boostdprotegelx]

what happpened to the guy that wanted to buy it?
That was me. And I was going to buy it. But then he blew up his motor. I may be in to get it again, I'm not sure. I'll let you all know thanks.

[yellerandahalf]

right-o. I promised boostd that he got first dibs at prior price, since I had to kind-of pull a quick one on him. Hopefully that will work out again, but if it doesn't, it's up for sale to the general public.
-Mateo

[RedPro5808]

right-o. I promised boostd that he got first dibs at prior price, since I had to kind-of pull a quick one on him. Hopefully that will work out again, but if it doesn't, it's up for sale to the general public.
-Mateo

Man I really wanted this head, but if boostd decides to change his mind I might be interested in this again.

[boostdprotegelx]

Man I really wanted this head, but if boostd decides to change his mind I might be interested in this again.
i would say go for it. I just don't have the funds anymore.

[yellerandahalf]

so, you're releasing your dibs on the head, then? I suppose it's officially up for sale to everyone then!
-mateo

[Captain KRM P5]

whats the price on it now?

[RedPro5808]

Hey yellerandahalf, I had PM you a second time because I had more questions. Please when you have the time answer them.

Thanks.

[boostdprotegelx]

so, you're releasing your dibs on the head, then? I suppose it's officially up for sale to everyone then!
-mateo
unfortunately yes. So, buy it up. if it goes cheaper, i would be in. just because I can prolly afford it.

[yellerandahalf]

new pricing, due to general response: 600 for bare head, 750 for complete, with mazdaspeed protege (U.S. spec, 47k miles) cams, minus shims. Will need some time to assemble head if requested. Thanks!
Redpro, sorry, must have missed it. responding now.
-mateo

[Bala]

pm(s) sent

[RedPro5808]

Hey yellerandahalf, thanks for answering my additional questions. Well I have decided that I am not interested in the head now. I didn't realize that this head will net more gains on a turboed protege then NA. Thanks again for your responses.

[yellerandahalf]

well, sorry to have disinterested you, but at least I was honest.
-Mateo

[yellerandahalf]

Bump. Still for sale!