AFR 23° SBC Cylinder Head 235cc Competition Package Heads, Standard Exhaust, 80cc Chambers
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AFR 23° SBC Cylinder Head 235cc Competition Package Heads, Standard Exhaust, 80cc Chambers
The AFR 23° SBC 235cc Competition Package Heads are designed for high-performance drag racing applications. Built with precision CNC-machined intake runners, exhaust ports, and combustion chambers, these heads are the perfect choice for optimizing engine efficiency and power. Equipped with titanium retainers, PAC Racing Springs, and high-quality components, they feature a 60/40 valve spacing for superior valve train geometry. These heads are compatible with shaft-mounted rocker arms and can be used with .050 offset intake rockers for specialized drag race setups.
Included Components
- 100% CNC Ported Combustion Chambers
- 100% CNC Ported Exhaust Ports
- 100% CNC Ported Intake Ports
- Competition 5-angle Valve Job
Valve and Spring Components
- Intake Valve: 8mm Bead Lock, 2.125" x 5.00" O.A.L. - AFR #7253
- Exhaust Valve: 8mm Bead Lock, 1.600" x 5.030" O.A.L. - AFR #7254
- Valve Springs: PAC Racing Springs, 1.550" OD, Solid Roller Dual Drag Race Spring, 250 lbs on seat, .800" maximum lift, Max RPM 8000-8200 - AFR #8001
- Titanium Retainers: 10° 1.500” O.D x 1.120” I.D x .705” I.D - AFR #8505
- Bead Lock Valve Keepers: 10° with lash cap recess - AFR #9009
- Rocker Studs: ARP 7/16" - AFR #6405
- Adjustable Guide Plates: 5/16" - AFR #6103
- Viton Valve Seals: .600" O.D x .495" I.D - AFR #6612
- Valve Spring I.D Locator: Hardened, 1.550” O.D x .780” I.D - AFR #8048
- Valve Seats: Ductile Iron, Intake 2.200" O.D x 1.750" I.D x.375" Deep, Exhaust 1.696" O.D x 1.325" I.D x .305" Deep - AFR #9060 / AFR #9070
- Bronze Valve Guides: 8mm, .502" O.D x 2.100" O.A.L - AFR #9051
Performance Flow Chart
The 235cc Competition heads deliver impressive flow numbers, tested at 28" of water on Superflow 600:
| Lift | Intake | Exhaust |
|---|---|---|
| .200 | 159 | 120 |
| .300 | 221 | 165 |
| .400 | 261 | 214 |
| .500 | 295 | 228 |
| .550 | 311 | 237 |
| .600 | 318 | 238 |
| .650 | 327 | 243 |
| .700 | 331 | 245 |
| .800 | 336 | 250 |
Specifications & Features
- Material: A356 Aluminum
- Intake Port Volume: 235cc
- Intake Port Dimensions: 2.200" H x 1.290" W, 5/16 Radius
- Exhaust Port Volume: 80cc
- Combustion Chamber Size: 70cc or 80cc
- Valve Cover Bolt Pattern: Perimeter Bolt
- Valve Angle: 23°
- Deck Thickness: .750"
- Minimum Bore Diameter: 4.000"
- Spark Plug Dimensions: 14mm x .750" w/Gasket Seat
Legal Notice
WARNING: These products are illegal to operate on any public highway, including public paved or unpaved roadways or in a public park. They are only legal for use on dedicated racing vehicles. Violations may result in penalties up to $37,500 per violation per vehicle, revocation of vehicle registration by DMV, and loss of use on public right-of-ways.