Installing and adjusting rockers: NEED DETAILED EXPLANATION!

[red94fiveo]

Ok, so I eliminated the fuel pressure as the source of my ongoing car not running worth a 'Kiss Me''Kiss Me''Kiss Me''Kiss Me' after my headswap problems today. One thing I have not done yet is reaadjust the rockers, its very possible that I did not get that exactly right the first time. Could someone please give me a detailed idiot proof explanation of installing and adjusting stud mount rockers? Thanks. I really wanna get my car running again.

 

[Rootus]

1. Set crank to TDC #1 compression stroke.
2. Drop pushrod in, set rocker over stud and on pushrod.
3. While spinning the pushrod with two fingers, screw down adjuster nut.
4. The *instant* the pushrod resists spinning, you're at zero lash.
5. Turn adjuster nut 1/2 of a turn past zero lash, and set lock.
6. Turn crank 1/4 of a turn and do #3. Then repeat for 7,2,6,5,4, and 8.

You can also just turn the crank over while watching the valves, it's easy to see when they're on the base circle of the cam.

Dave

 

[yellow1995Cobra]

Ed hsa some pretty good directions on his website, check it out..

Dave, how about priming the motor to be sure the lifters are pumped up?