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  1. PoppyMod

    Ford 8" Gear Swap and Traction-loc

    Hi, I agree with 69Rcode..., 3.25 is a nice C4 auto gear. With the T5, 3.55 to 3.89 is a nice place to be if mainly a street warrior. Happy Trails....
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    Carborator or timing issue?

    Hi, First, you need to determine the built-in mechanical of your distributor. This together with your initial, will be your total advance. As an example, I'm running a '67 dist. which has about 23 deg. built-in. I'm running about 14-15 initial. This makes for a total of 38-39 total. Most of our...
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    quuestion for all the small block Ford guys...

    Hi, One you install the rotating assy. then begin rotating and marking the striking zones it would not take long. If the Dremel seems too slow, then, get a more aggressive carbide cutter and drill motor. It's not rocket science. You basically make a concave cut in the edge of the skirt allowing...
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    quuestion for all the small block Ford guys...

    Hi, Actually, buy a Dremel and do it yourself. A Dremel is a boss tool. It will be used over and over.
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    Carborator or timing issue?

    Hi, You best attack, is to add O2 sensor bungs to your headers. After which, visit your local speed shop with a chassis Dyno, remove the air cleaner, have them attached an AFR meter then make 3 runs from about 2500-2800 to your expected red-line. Then review the AFR. Ideally, you want an fairly...
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    quuestion for all the small block Ford guys...

    Hi, To add to your question's question? I, personally, installed a 331 stroker kit to my OEM '64 May built 289....no skirt clearance needed and I had about .075" clearance. It has been disputed, the skirt lengths are different. I offered this challenge a few years ago.
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    Pushrods for guideplates

    H, Yes, error bias on the short side would be preferred. The final check is, after several cycles (hours of operation) pulling a V/C will give a good indication of where the wear is taking place. I think you have it. I just think using checking springs allow's one to not have to pull a head or...
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    Pushrods for guideplates

    Hi Gene, None taken. Some of this may be redundant, but, I want to paint a full picture. I'll start with, in building/assembling my own engines, I have followed the rule for adjusting the pre-load of hydraulic lifters to be within a range of .020 to .060". There may be exceptions, but, for...
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    Pushrods for guideplates

    OK. Talk to the tech guy of the vendor your calling. They'll have an idea.
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    Pushrods for guideplates

    Interesting question? As, it depends on how one measures. There are various tools used just ask a cam mfg. Why would you ask?
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    Pushrods for guideplates

    Hi, Kits are sold (CompCam, being one, Summit, JEGs etc) by the big box houses that contain 2 very light valve springs and an adjustable push rod (PR). These springs allow one to simply replace the standard valve springs (no need to remove head) and start the check. For those of us running...
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    Pushrods for guideplates

    or, checking springs.....
  13. PoppyMod

    Lifter failure?

    Hey Bud, If you feel good about your work, re-torque your exhaust manifolds. Relax, and re-think your work. Good Luck!
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    Lifter failure?

    Hi, If the noise was not there prior to swapping heads and each lifter was returned to it's previous position, and you followed the prescribed method of setting their pre-load, I would suspect an exhaust leak. ( long winded, I know) These leaks can sound just like a ticking lifter. Re-torque...
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    Lifter failure?

    Hi, First what is the history with these lifters? cam swap, proper break in, etc. I would inspect the lifter's outward appearance. If these are new lifters, did you cycle them in an oil bath before installing?
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    Unisteer rack & pinion difference

    Hi, Is your car setting on the ground, so that the suspension is fully loaded?
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    valve cover clearance

    Hi, More than likely, the "tall" will e fine. After all, that's why they were successful.
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    valve cover clearance

    Hi, Check this: http://www.scegaskets.com/Ford/289-351-Windsor/Valve-Cover-Gaskets/tc259844//page/1/checkForLanding/true. Good Luck!
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    valve cover clearance

    Hi, I'm running the Comp Ultra gold roller rockers on TFS heads. My V/Cs are "Mustang powered by Ford" cast aluminum. I had to remove the oil baffles and grind down all of the casting bosses. Later, I found dbl thick gaskets could be used, as well. I wanted to retain my V/Cs as I didn't like any...
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    Noisy valvetrain...

    It's coincidental, after converting to a full roller and firing her up, my first thoughts were of a "sewing machine". It's a nice sound as long as all of the rules are followed .
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