
Race-Rite RR BB-R Series Cylinder Head 294cc Rectangle Intake Ports
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Cylinder Head Specifications
- Intake Port Volume: 294cc - Rectangle Port
- Combustion Chamber Volume: 119cc
- Valves: 2.250' dia. x 5.218' o.a.l. Intake / 1.880' dia. x 5.394' o.a.l. Exhaust ( 11/32' Stem Diameter )
- Valve Springs: 1.550' Diameter - Open Pressure: 365 lbs.; Closed Pressure: 150 lbs.; Installed Height: 1.950'; Max Lift: .650'
- Spring Retainers: 1.550' 10° Steel
- Rocker Studs: 7/16'
- Guide Plates: 3/8'
- Valve Seals: 11/32'
- Spark Plug Configuration: Angled
Facts and Related Components - Torque Heads: 70 ft-lb.
- Torque Rocker Studs: 40-45 ft-lb.
- Intake Gasket: Fel-Pro p/n 375-1211
- Head Gasket: 4.310' Bore - Fel-Pro p/n 375-1027, Cometic p/n 245-C5432; 4.540' Bore - Fel-Pro p/n 375-1017, Cometic p/n 245-C5433
- Exhaust Gasket: Fel-Pro p/n 375-1411 or Cometic p/n 245-C5429
- Head Bolts: ARP p/n 070-135-3601
- Head Studs: ARP p/n 070-135-4001 (6-point)
- Spark Plug Specs: 14mm Thread, .750' (3/4') Reach, Gasket Seat
- Valve Angle: 26° and 4° Intake, 17° and 4° Exhaust
- Angle Milling: .0066' per cc
- Flat Milling: .0050' per cc
- Pushrod Slots: Standard
- Pushrods: Check pushrod clearance with head installed on the engine block before final assembly
- Stud Girdle: Standard
- Rocker Arms: Standard
- Lifters: Standard
- Pistons: Standard
- Exhaust Pattern: Standard
- Valve Centerline: Standard
- Spring Pockets: May be step cut to 1.625'
- Accessory Bolt Holes are Drilled
- Recommended Intake Manifold: Brodix HV 2000 (p/n 158-HV2000) / HV 2001 (p/n 158-HV2001) / HV 2016 (p/n 158-HV2016)
Emissions Note:
This part is only legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles or on vehicles used solely for the purposes of closed competition racing.
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High Torque Intake Ports, Up to +90 HP!
26°/4° Intake & 17°/4° Exhaust Valve Angles
Finally, the most user-friendly big block head series on the market has been developed. The Brodix Big Block Chevy Race Rite 26-degree cylinder head bolts directly in place of stock cast iron heads without you having to shop for a new intake manifold and pistons. The most important improvement is that the exhaust ports are in the stock location eliminating header or manifold interference. The Race-Rite oval and rectangle port heads are filled with years of Brodix racing technology.
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They help build horsepower for the budget-minded racer looking to take a step up without a big hit to the wallet. Race Rite is the answer for more horsepower, a hassle-free installation, and a great-looking engine compartment! As always, these heads come standard with all the fine qualities that only Brodix has to offer. Every casting is poured from A-356 virgin aluminum and tested before Brodix utilizes their in-house processes such as finish machining and heat treating to assure that you receive the best products for your hard-earned money. The industry standard has been taken to the next level with modernized CNC porting. Other features include a thick deck surface that is compatible with nitrous, drilled, and tapped holes on the ends for standard drive accessories, phosphorous bronze valve guides, and hardened valve seats installed for unleaded fuel.Made In The USA!
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Performance Benefits & Key Features
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These aluminum cylinder heads are ideal for street performance builds, pro-touring applications, bracket racing vehicles, and high-output drag racing combinations. Their structural integrity and carefully engineered port design allow builders to pair them with performance intake manifolds and upgraded valvetrain components for a fully optimized big block setup.
Fitment, Compatibility & Applications
The Brodix Big Block Chevy Race-Rite Series Aluminum Cylinder Heads are designed for Chevrolet big block compatibility, making them a natural fit for classic GM muscle cars such as Chevelle, Camaro, Nova, and El Camino, as well as C10 and other performance-oriented truck builds configured for BBC engines.
Proper selection of combustion chamber volume and valve configuration ensures compatibility with various rotating assemblies and compression goals. Whether you’re building a naturally aspirated street monster or a boosted race engine, these heads integrate seamlessly into high-performance big block Chevy combinations.
If you’re ready to elevate your big block build with race-inspired airflow and proven engineering, explore the Brodix Big Block Chevy Race-Rite Series Aluminum Cylinder Heads at JEGS and give your engine the performance edge it deserves.


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