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    Is this cam bearing bad??? PIC

    The bearings are slotted, the oiling holes in the block are round. As long as the holes at the top align, then they were good. It is not difficult to replace the bearings... not one bit. You only remove the radiator, plus the front engine parts. You grab a friend... only one, who's...
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    Is this cam bearing bad??? PIC

    I'm 99% positive that damage was caused during removal. You'll have to remove the radiator in order to have enough access for the puller/installer. IMO, the holes are aligned enough to not cause oiling issues. You may want to use a mirror and check the oiling hole on the top.
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    New heads

    Head don't get "better" with usage. In almost every case, they lose performance. You have to consider the beating the valve seats take. Valve springs lose their tension, especially do to improper oiling. Normal buildup of deposits.
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    Is this cam bearing bad??? PIC

    It isn't cracked... just looks like someone tried or has installed the camshaft by forcing it. Marks like that is common when installing and removing a camshaft with no patience. You can rent a cam bearing puller/installer at AutoZone or even Napa. Only down side is I believe you have to buy...
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    351w roller conversion tie-bar lifters

    And correct length Pushrods. I noticed you're installing a 302ci camshaft in a 351ci...
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    timing chain question

    Cylinder #1 must be at TDC. In most cases the cam sprocket will have only a dot and the crank sprocket will have a key way with a zero, triangle and a square. Better units will have multiple slots with degrees in advance and retard. I assume you're not going to degree the cam (which is the...
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    stud mount rocker help?

    If you can rotate the engine easily, just go down each bank. You only have to ensure you're on the base circle of the lobe.
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    Torque box questions...

    IMO and experience, you'll want to go in and weld up everywhere there's factory OE spot welds. When I removed my OEM control arms and inspected the chassis mounts for the CA's, I noticed the robot totally missed what was supposed to be welded. I also found the spot welds to be less than...
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    Noob at changing valve springs

    Simply look at where the exhaust ports or header pipes are on the cylinder head. The valve and spring directly on top are the exhaust... same goes for the intake side.
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    Rotating Assembly balance???

    You should receive a computer generated result of before and after weighting. If the machinist uses old school equipment, the results should be given to you hand written on some sort of excel type document. The crank should not be ground down. The throws and counters should be drilled...
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    Rotating Assembly balance???

    What was your bob weight before balancing? What is the combined weight of your rods, pistons, bearings, pins, keepers and rings? What crankshaft? My first thought is that your rotating assy is lighter than your "bob", very common IMO. I'm interested to know what damper and flywheel you...
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    Anyone ever heard of Anti-Electrolysis additives?

    Water Wetter
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    Broken rocker stud help???

    Recheck for correct pushrod length. If the length is wrong, you'll still break ARP studs, and possibly take out your springs and rockers. Recheck for coil bind. Recheck your pushrod to rocker button to valvestem alignment. All/some or one of the above will give you the failure you...
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    Wheel stud replacement

    Any machine shop can do this for you. I wouldn't charge you, but "they" might. It only takes about 30 seconds to remove, and another 30 seconds to install. If you have a LARGE vise, that would probably work for you. You must use a socket placed over the stud head and against the...
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    Wheel stud replacement

    I highly recommend you PRESS the stud out. You will need to use a "backer" (large socket will work) on the opposite side of the press to keep the hub from warping/bending.
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    talk to me about rings and bearings

    +1
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    lower intake alignment

    What he said:nice:
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    How to spot an auto to 5 speed swap!

    Tubing into the radiator for the trans cooler?
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    Where to start

    I suggest you install a tubular K-member at this time. The weight saving is big. It's also a good time to weld in some sub-frame connectors... the roll cage won't cut it all by itself, especially if it's a bolt in style or not welded to the frame.
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    1986 Fuel Problems

    Did this just start? If so... sounds like bad gas.
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