Author: 70rcode

Aluminum Head Set-up Questions

What is correct way to set V-spring instal height on new Bare Mp Hemi head ? The typical 0.060" thick spring cup/locater is causing my v-spring height too short issues..Planning to use new Manley valves..Thx for any info,…tom.

EDM hole Solid Lifters Heavier ??

Planning standard flat tappet solid lifter to Edm hole type… Compared to the relatively empty, hollow mechanical lifter body, is the Edm hole lifter Full of Oil, thus significantly Heavier ? ……tom

Solid Lifter Edm Side Hole Location Question

Anyone know the Optimum or Standard Location for a Solid flat tappet Lifter Side Oil Entry oil Location ? …My regular solid Lifter has No oil band & I Guess a solid flat tappet Lifter needs to have the Lifter bore side Galley oil pressure full pr…

Street Block Solid Lifter Success ?

Anyone having solid lifter flat tappet good street life running aroud 130 lbs seat and 365 lbs on nose & willing to share setup description as cam & lifter Brand, special metal treatment if any , break-in method oil type…..Any information…

Street Block Block Solid Lifter Success ?

Anyone having solid lifter flat tappet good street life running aroud 130 lbs seat and 365 lbs on nose & willing to share setup description as cam & lifter Brand, special metal treatment if any , break-in method oil type…..Any information…

A990 Hemi Clone Cam Question

’69 block 426 A990 clone 10.5 C/R stored strip motor rebuild–tune down occasional strip-Limited street to 6500 shift point cam question..Narrowed to (1) Crane 260/264 Short lash flat tappet 130#seat,365# nose.Outer only break-in.Good to go or likely Wipe ?. (2) Crane Solid Roller 254/262 150#seat,480# nose .020″ lash…(3) Crane Hyd Roller + Solid Rollers 254/258 150#seat,451# nose maybe .007″ Lash ?….Will need distrb gear & cover button..Stock block, no bushed bores…Very limited…

A990 Hemi Clone Cam Question

727 Fatal oem design flaw disappointment

Although misleadingly distracted bolster by external factory oem driveshaft & Dana axle over-build rating & appearance but No dealer garage, instruction book or dash sticker warnings cautions, i made hundreds of youthful seeming safe "sla…