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i have a 98 gt and i was wondering when you swap heads do have to change the heads intake and cam and then reflash the computer or can you just swap the heads?
 

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crazystang05 said:
i have a 98 gt and i was wondering when you swap heads do have to change the heads intake and cam and then reflash the computer or can you just swap the heads?
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The newer heads come with cams installed (unless you buy them used from a jagoff that's copped them). You've gotta change the heads and intake, along with all the associated hardware, gaskets, etc. No, you don't need to reflash the computer.
 
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how much did the head swap cost including the heads and intake
 
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You can get a kit for like 1600 to 1800 not including install.
 

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crazystang05 said:
how much did the head swap cost including the heads and intake
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When I had it done a few years ago, I think the whole thing was about $2400, but that included some shorty headers too, which you'll do if you take the heads off. Check out RysRedGT's threads...he just did a DIY install.
 
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