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Re: Installing rocker assembly for 216 - thanks and two questions #46504 06/21/2005 8:44 AM
Joined: Feb 2001 Posts: 1,096 Canterbury , NewZealand D Dusty 'Bolter
Dusty 'Bolter D Joined: Feb 2001 Posts: 1,096 Canterbury , NewZealand	The rocker that is tight may be because the cam lobe is right at the top , or , maybe the push rod is not seated properly on the cam follower. yes do a preliminary cold adjustment , a little loose is ok , reset after the engine has run for 20 mins .

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Installing rocker assembly for 216 - thanks and two questions	michaellubitz	06/21/2005 6:12 AM
Re: Installing rocker assembly for 216 - thanks and two questions	Dusty	06/21/2005 8:44 AM

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