I rebuilt my 261 and had the rocker arm assembly torn right apart for a rebuild. After everything, my front rocker arms performed in a similar fashion to yours. Yes, they were getting oiled but not as heavily as the rear. I have 1600 miles on the engine so far and no problems. Oil was moving, so I thought it was good enough.


1970 Chevrolet C10
Grandpa's -- My first truck -- In progress to shiny
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1950 Chevrolet 1-Ton Dually
"Ole Red Girl"
In the Stovebolt Gallery
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1951 GMC 9430 1 ton dually--Shiny! | 1972 Chevrolet C20- Rusty- the puzzle box lid for the C10 | 1962 AMC Rambler American- my wife's
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1951 GMC 9300 | 1951-GMC 9430 | 1951- Chevrolet 1300