Remanufactured Head (ebay), Need you all experts advise Options

[msk59]

In the near future, I plan on redoing the valves etc on the head and came across some ebay sites that sells remanufactured heads. all work done with cams etc for under $300. Engine is 7A-FE and my car is 1996 Celica ST (AT-200) with manual transmission.

What is your experience with these heads and what advise you can give me that can help me decide.

Thank You
MSK

This post has been edited by msk59: Jun 13, 2014 - 8:09 AM

[msk59]

Never read that one either. I used to watch too much TV ( I know that is bad) so when my then 6 years old daughter started quoting Disney characters, I decided it was time to cut the Cable 'cord'. Never been happier since. The remaining 5 local channels including public provide pleenty of news and entertainment that I never miss cable. I am especially happy that I dont have to hear or see Kardasians/honey bobo anymore. All that saving is now go into this project car (LOL).

Langing; You are in the heart (or close to it) of NASCAR country. You should have machine/engine building shops everywhere in that City. There is a lot of knowledge about engine building down south so I heard. I would recommend check with your folks at work etc., they will let you know or know of someone that does a reputable job.

In terms of buying the $300 rebuild head, some of those come with 1 year/unlimited mileage warranty. Someone told me the other day that usually they do not spend much time in valve lapping. Not sure if the local will do any better, it depends upon how busy they are.

Keeping an eye on the oil consumption right now and doing other stuff to bring it back to the state that I will be happy with.