Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
06-07-2005, 01:30 PM
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Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
I was on shoebox's page and one of the methods he used to install roller rockers was to tighten them all down then turn on the car and losen the roller rocker untill it starts clicking and then tighten it a 1/4th of a turn. Has any body tried this method and how does it work versus the other way, it seems alot more simple... Thanks
06-07-2005, 01:53 PM
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Re: Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
I have done it this way and it does work well. First, only tighten them enough to take up the lash between the rocker and push rod. Then start it, back one off until it ticks, tighten until it stops ticking and then turn 1/2 turn. Repeat for remaining rockers. You can do one side of the engine in about 3 minutes.
06-07-2005, 03:31 PM
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Re: Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
Which ever method you choose, do it right. If your rockers are too loose and you nail it, you might cause the rocker to move off the valve and beat the hell out of the valve keeper and drop a valve on top of the piston, espe : cially if you have SA RRs.
I assume that you have the correct spring pressures too.
The easiest way is not always the best way. JMHO
I assume that you have the correct spring pressures too.
The easiest way is not always the best way. JMHO
06-07-2005, 04:02 PM
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Re: Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
That method(running) has been used for over 40 years.It IS a proven method.
Ya loosen until clicking,tighten just until it stops clicking,then 1/4 turn and you are done with that valve.
Ya loosen until clicking,tighten just until it stops clicking,then 1/4 turn and you are done with that valve.
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06-07-2005, 04:14 PM
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Re: Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
Nobody said it wasn't a proven method. The object of the adjusment is simply to make sure the rockers stay in touch with the valve stems. Once they are adjusted correctly, they probably won't need further adjustment.
It is not rocket surgery, but I like to make sure that they are all adjusted so that if I need to put an extra 1/4 turn on them to quiet them down, I can use the motor running method AFTER I do it with the motor off.
It's a free country, you can use your mouth to haul coal if you want, and...you can adjust your rockers with the engine running. Some here even say it can be done in less than 3 minutes a side--so if you want to get it done in less than 6 minutes, by all means--start your engines.
It is not rocket surgery, but I like to make sure that they are all adjusted so that if I need to put an extra 1/4 turn on them to quiet them down, I can use the motor running method AFTER I do it with the motor off.
It's a free country, you can use your mouth to haul coal if you want, and...you can adjust your rockers with the engine running. Some here even say it can be done in less than 3 minutes a side--so if you want to get it done in less than 6 minutes, by all means--start your engines.
06-07-2005, 04:47 PM
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Re: Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
Originally Posted by BUBBA
BTW, I have adjusted rockers with the engine running 40 years ago.
On the other hand I didn't rev my engine over 6000 RPMs.
On the other hand I didn't rev my engine over 6000 RPMs.
Seems like he was having trouble with the method and his adjustment wasn't right so I tryed to brake it down. I wasn't knocking what ya said but there is no need for an attitude.
06-07-2005, 06:19 PM
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Re: Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
Originally Posted by 1racerdude
Back in '55 when the 265 came out is where I learned on a v8 the '54 auto's streight six also had hyd but with a shaft rocker set up.I know its a proven method no argument there.
You were 9, maybe 10 in 1955 LR. Yeah, I got "ya" figured out.
You Alabamians start early... straight from the teet to the carburetor.
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06-07-2005, 06:24 PM
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Re: Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
Originally Posted by Mindgame
Hey stop it, you hurt my leg.
You were 9, maybe 10 in 1955 LR. Yeah, I got "ya" figured out.
You Alabamians start early... straight from the teet to the carburetor.
-Mindgame
You were 9, maybe 10 in 1955 LR. Yeah, I got "ya" figured out.
You Alabamians start early... straight from the teet to the carburetor.
-Mindgame
Yea ya caught me--- try 10/42 and see what that gives ya.Built a '50 Chevy with poured bearings at 15.And it goes from there on&on&on..
06-07-2005, 07:10 PM
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Re: Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
Originally Posted by 1racerdude
Yea ya caught me--- try 10/42 and see what that gives ya.Built a '50 Chevy with poured bearings at 15.And it goes from there on&on&on..
I was part owner and wrench on one and yes I am 59 and holding and been around the block a time or to.
So, are you 59 or 63? Hey, if it's a national secret then don't worry... I have TS security clearance.
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06-07-2005, 07:59 PM
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Re: Anybody try installing roller rockers this way?
Originally Posted by Mindgame
You been sandbagging us LR?
So, are you 59 or 63? Hey, if it's a national secret then don't worry... I have TS security clearance.
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So, are you 59 or 63? Hey, if it's a national secret then don't worry... I have TS security clearance.
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