All up maybe $500 to $600 if you do it yourself, may as well do it while the manifold is off :D Valve springs are an issue if you go too big though, so keep it under control for now :D Home›Forums›Technical – General›Engine›Holden V8 5.0L Upgrade Options – Pros & Cons This topic contains 32 replies, has 7 voices, and was last updated by vs manta 218 6 years, 1 month ago. The advantage with these mods is, that if you ever plan on a forced induction upgrade, they support it right away. 253 - 304 - 308 - 355 Engines. If it is deemed irrelevant post may be deleted. HJ. The mix of parts are the key to success and will dramatically vary depending on YOUR final peformance goals. Shop with Afterpay on eligible items. Great to swap from the factory wide cap on later VK VR VS VT 5L and WB 308 etc. COVID UPDATE: ORDERS SHIPPING DAILY. I thought it was only the Group A VKs that were 304, the rest 308s? Rollers are good for the valve train but you will only get about 3-4 hp. Manta Performance improves the driving experience for Holden and HSV owners through premium performance exhaust systems. HOLDEN COMMODORE VB VC VH VK 253 308 V8 GENIE HEADERS EXTRACTOR BASES. These Manifolds were good in there day & this wide runner version was 1 of many styles that Cain Manifolds made. Welcome Guest! … Holden six cylinder redline mk2 4 barrel manifold, … Holden 253, 308, 304, 355 & 383 trader has 31,654 members. This page was generated at 12:37 AM. Many performance buildups of this type are often done incorrectly and our aim here is to use as many of our fully developed components to show you the results that are possible. AU $10.00 postage. From single cylinder small 4 stroke engines through to big cubic inch American V8 engines. Back to the question at hand, post july 85 was the 304 in the vk. 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The important thing to remember is: You put bogus numbers in; you get bogus numbers out. For 500HP just add 2.05 & 1.65 valves, more port work, 11:1 comp, Crane 288 cam, 950HP carb, … Holden V8 Quality Engine Rebuild Kit 253-308-355-5ltrWe have a variety of performance engine rebuilding kits and packages, here we have full rebuild kits to suit any Holden V8 engines inc: 253-308-355ci & 5ltr. Don't post your ls or your v6 cars or parts, the only parts from ls … By entering the values of a larger valve size of 1.85 inch (up from the stock 1.75), we can get 336hp using 10:1 compression. I think torque power may now be making manifold, their dual planes tend to be quite good. 060 rebore, New pistons, rings, bearings, stripped and repainted. Edelbrock part #2194 Performer intake manifold is designed for street strip 253-304-308 c.i.d. Thanks for that. If you want it fancy, you can put in injectors and a tune when you car is fuelinjected, or a quadrajet carburator if its carburated. 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Specification Holden Engine Rebuilds Holden Stroker Turn Key Engines. ... Holden 304 308 EFI ARP Head Stud Kit # 205-4201. Holden six cylinder redline mk2 4 barrel manifold, … What the V5H has is a … $140 Will post Australia wide for $20 Speak to the team at Malwood. One Stop LS Commodore Shop - Better Than Standard All times are GMT+10. Holden 138 Grey Stage 2 Sports Engine with Aussie Speed Finned Alloy Rocker Cover And Side Cover. GM Performance; Mast; Trickflow Gen X 255cc; Holden V8. HX-HZ 4.2LHC is a dome top. If the heads are done right the above combo will make 430-450HP at around 6500rpm & make very good midrange torque. The VH-VK HDT V5H 308 (manual only) are essentially an L34 engine with slightly less compression but bigger cam. 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Huge performance gains can be found when the AussieSpeed AS0009 4 barrel manifold for Holden 6 engines is used with the new yella terra head. mace stage 3 roller cam & chip package to suit holden 304 5.0l v8 From $ 1,050.00 * CROW CAMS CAM AND CHIP PACKAGE TO SUIT HOLDEN 304 5.0L V8 Holden Inlet Manifold Bolt Kit V8 253 308 WB +Commodore VC VH VK VL. This article on the Holden V8 was originally published in the May 2015 issue of Street Machine. Not bad for an orphan 253. You can use higher comp pistons, even HJ style (9.7:1 rather than the stock 9:1). check out the. Low comp 253 is a dish top. 308 Holden Stage 2 Engine Reconditioned and Balanced, Mild Performance Camshaft, Matching Valve Springs, Rollmaster Timing Set and Improved Compression Ratio. Thanks for all the info everyone. Please enquire via email with your needs. Custom Power Packages for Holden V8, HSV V8, Holden V6, Camaro V8. I take it you're a PF member by the gay sarcastic comment that I'm sure you thought. Brand New Scat Flex Plate to suit Holden V8. With the Holden 6 GMH did the stroking for you, they created the 202 by stroking a 186. LH LX w/out ADR27. When only quality automotive parts will do. John Cain Holden 4 barrel Performance manifold to suit Holden 9 port red motor cylinder head. Located in Victor Harbor, SA. Proir was the 308, the difference was only -1mm stoke on the crank if I remember correctly. Holden VL Commodore RB30 Turbo Engine with Nissan RB26 Twin Cam Head. Plus ARP Flex Plate Mounting Bolts. The ignitions are probably no different in performance, and on a stock LH exhaust the L34 headers would give bigger all gain over a HDT system if any. 308 - Holden 308. Edelbrock torker Holden manifold, about $350 or maybe a bit more these days, takes the standard carb no probs and won't attract any attention. I'm really firm on stock looking so the factory original headers, heads, manifold,carby and air cleaner will all remain. Its 3 basic functions are to trigger the firing of … Kustom Bitz and MirrorTopz bolts will not rust like a chrome bolt, in fact we guarantee it. They stroke 304/308 to 350ci or 377ci, and stroke 302/327/350 upwards to the next size or 377ci. Has anyone seen what a 253 low compression piston looks like, I would say that it has a dished top piston somewhat like a red 308. please check on the individual parts description to ensure this suits your requirements, if you … Holden 253 308 ICE Ignition Kit - High Energy Ignition system - Race Series 7 Amp 2 Step RPM Limiter 7642MC SMALL CAP. Pre E85, my N/A Holden stroker made 630 fwhp / 470kw and just under 500lbft. Call 1300 310 331 for enquiries. These Manifolds were good in there day & this wide runner version was 1 of many styles that Cain Manifolds made. And yeah it is a 304, but it is best to refer to it as a 308 because people use 304 to refer to the VN injected motor, which has different heads, cam, ignition, and fuel injection. Edited by user Sunday, 13 August 2017 8:39:04 PM(UTC) Would cost around $13k to build, carby to sump. In my dark distant past I owned a v8 vk Calais. Holden 308 - 355 Stroker Engine. Sort By Collets Single Groove 7 degree 0.343" valve stem - suit V8 Holden & Chevy engines - Crow Cams 11701 - 16 Pack 8 Cyl ... Crow Cams Performance Spring with inner Damper 95lbs [CC-4833] $160.00. Our Engine Compatibility tool is to be used as a guide only. $1,290.00. Cast Pre EFI Race Port And Flow Test Complete Reco K-Line Guides Exh Inserts 3 Angle Seats Radius Exh Ferrea s/s 1.940 And 1.60 Valves Comp Cams Dual Springs Locators Tool Steel Retainers 10 Degree Locks Positive Seals 7/16 Studs 5/16 Guide Plates. Viewing 20 posts - 1 through 20 (of…Read more → The engine was initially fitted to the Holden HT series in 1969 and was later utilised in a series of updated versions in the Torana and Commodore ranges. Street Series ~ includes Dizzy, Spark Plug Leads, Coil and ignition module. Part Numbers: FP-308 & 100-2901 Both Brand New. This Performer intake manifold is a dual-plane design that is tuned for excellent throttle response from idle to 5500 rpm. Aussie holden 5litre 308. BUY NOW. Edelbrock Performer Intake Manifold Fits Holden V8 253-308 Early. The head has been designed to be used with either factory cast iron 3.3 litre commodore or WB 202 blue motor cylinder heads or for maximum performance gain the new yella terra holden six alloy cylinder head. In March 1980 the colour changed from red to blue to mark the introduction of the XT5 high-performance upgrade. We hope that The Aussiespeed street supercharging website gives you the information and that our products are suitable for your conversion. If at first you don't succeed, just call it Version 1.0. Marinised and Rebuilt for my Bonanza wooden ski boat. At home I think I have the HJ prison dish size. ... Holden Inlet Manifold Bolt Kit V8 253 308 HT HG. Mal Wood Automotive supplies and manufactures automatic transmissions, 4, 5 and 6 speed clutches and driveline parts. The 308 XT5 was mainly fitted to the VC HDT Brock Commodores. Body, Chassis and Engine bolt kits Aussiespeed Street and Racing Products offer one of the most diverse ranges or performance parts available. Huge performance gains can be found when the AussieSpeed AS0009 4 barrel manifold for Holden 6 engines is used with the new yella terra head. HT-HJ 253HC is a flat top. The six is a reasonably light and compact engine compared to an iron V8, and can provide reasonable performance in a lightish car like an early Holden or Torana. Holden 308 V8 Stage 2 Performance Engine. The Holden V8 engine is an overhead valve (OHV) V8 engine that was produced by the Australian General Motors subsidiary, Holden (GMH), between 1969 and 2000.. It does take extra coin. HOLDEN 253 308 304 BOLT ON ROLLER ROCKER CONVERSION STUDS 1 PAIR CRANE 99147-2. Dr Terry has a point, and with the L34 spec heads you drop compression a bit so you can use flat tops which are probably easier to get. At Nextgen Performance Parts - We are able to source all Holden V8 253, 308, 304, 355, 383 Engine Parts. Free delivery and returns on eBay Plus items for Plus members. Yeah I'm OK with porting heads. Genie Performance Headers Item No: (GEN308BASELR) $148.50 Holden 308 - 355 Stroker Engine, Solid Cam, 500hp. Due to unprecedented demand delays of up to 10 weeks may apply to new orders. What do people do to make a 304/308 or 302/327/350 go harder? L34 was 9.8:1, with stock heads you'll exceed 10. Camshaft and new lifters and double row timing chain- the original cam is pretty basic, any mild performance cam will make a HUGE difference, especially with headers and the good manifold. 9% OFF RRP AU$24.95. Easy power comes from cubic inch increases. 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