Marine Cylinder Heads

Keith Eickert Heads are exclusively custom manufactured to marine specifications by Dart Marine!
Keith Eickert Iron Eagle Cylinder Heads by Dart feature Inconel Exhaust Valves for Superior Reliability in High Heat.

Dart designed the Iron Eagle big block heads for high performance marine applications. They developed two rectangular ports: a high-velocity 308cc intake runner that produces incredible torque and a 345cc version that’s perfect for big-inch, high-rpm Rat motors. The Iron Eagle's raised exhaust port out performs its cast-iron competition but still fits most standard headers.

Their dedicated tooling allows them to cast the ports with incredible precision so you get maximum flow without spending big bucks on porting. They rotated the valve angles two degrees and duplicated the efficient heart-shaped combustion chambers originally developed for their championship-winning Race Series aluminum heads.

Iron Eagle big block heads have standard features you won't find in factory castings and after market replacement heads. Premium bronze valve guides, multi-angle intake valve seats, and hardened and radiused exhaust seats are included with every Iron Eagle head.

When you want premium performance at an economical price, demand Dart Iron Eagle heads!

Features:

• Heart-shaped 119cc chambers improve combustion efficiency.
• Multi-angle intake seats, radiused exhaust seats, and precision cast valve bowls produce excellent airflow without hand porting or expensive CNC machining.
• Hardened exhaust seats are compatible with unleaded gasoline.
• Exhaust ports raised .300" to improve flow (requires 1" longer head bolts next to exhaust ports).
• Phosphorous bronze exhaust valve guides resist heat produced by low compression engines.

• Partial head assemblies include: Severe duty stainless steel intake and inconel exhaust valves, valve job, and protective water jacket coating.

PRO 1 aluminum big-block cylinder heads deliver "out-of-the-box" airflow that beats the competition - at an unbeatable price! Specifically designed for performance marine engines, PRO 1 heads make Pro Stock airflow technology affordable for every big-block owner.

Inspired by our championship-winning Pro Stock designs, the PRO 1's race-proven features include rolled valve angles, improved spark plug location, extra-long intake valves, raised exhaust ports, and fast-burn chambers - yet the PRO 1 can be used with off-the-shelf pistons, valve train components, and intake manifolds. You get more power for your money with PRO 1.

Using advanced manufacturing techniques, we cast the PRO 1's ports with incredible accuracy. This precision casting technology duplicates the contours that were previously available only in hand-ported cylinder heads.

PRO 1 big-block heads are available with a choice of three different intake port sizes - 310cc, 325cc, and 345cc so you can match the runners to your engines displacement and RPM range perfectly.

• Premium alloy: KE aluminum heads are cast from virgin 356-T6 aerospace aluminum alloy for superior strength and integrity.
• Bolt on compatibility: 2° rolled valve angle and standard spacing. Accommodates all stock accessories
• Heart-shaped 119cc chambers improve combustion efficiency.
• Raised spark plug location improves flame travel for a quicker, more complete burn - producing more power.
• Multi-angle intake seats and radiused exhaust seats dramatically increase airflow.
• Hardened exhaust seats are compatible with unleaded gasoline.
• Exhaust ports raised .300" to improve flow (requires 1" longer head bolts next to exhaust ports).
• Spark plug holes are machined and gasketed for 3/4" reach plugs.
• Manganese bronze valve guides extend cylinder head life and reduce stem wear.
• As-cast heads are bowl blended on 5-axis CNC machining centers.
• Head Assemblies include heavy-duty marine stainless steel intake valves and inconel exhaust valves.
• NEW Dielectric hardcoat surface treatment protects aluminum cylinder heads against corrosion from saltwater environments.

Marine-Duty Performer RPM 454-O and 454-R

Designed for 396-502 cid big block Chevy engines, these heads include heavy-duty, 1.89" Inconel exhaust valves that provide the added durability needed for marine applications and have one-piece stainless steel 2.25" intake valves with hardened tips and swirl-polished heads. The high-velocity flow capabilities of Edelbrock Performer RPM cylinder heads provide increased torque across a wide rpm range that's ideal for marine use.

Cast from A356 aluminum and heat-treated to T6 specs. The oval-port heads have 110cc chambers and the rectangular port heads have 118cc chambers. Both the oval and rectangular port heads are hard anodized to protect the aluminum in the harsh marine environment. Edelbrock Big Block Chevy marine heads are sold with seals and valves only for a variety of combinations. Match with a proven Harden Marine Cam Kit for the ultimate in performance and value.