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Overextended Pushrod Length
How To Check For Proper Pushrod Length - Push It - CHP Step By Step
To see the effects of an overly long pushrod, we then extended the adjustable pushrod to 6.800 inches and gave the engine a full rotation. While the rocker arm produced a full sweep across the valve tip and didn't fall off either edge, this type of stress can induce side load on the valve stem, eventually causing the valve to move side to side. This could lead to prematurely wearing out the valveguide and to breaking the valve itself. View Related Article
Rocker Arm With Proper Pushrod Length Comp Cams Pushrod Length Checker Checking If Lifter Was On The Base Circle Checking Rocker For Clearance Adjusting The Pushrod By Two Lengths Adjusting Length To 6.600 Inchs Adjusted Pushrod To 6.700 Inches
Overextended Pushrod Length Trying To Center The Rocker Checking The Wear Pattern On The Valve Tip Examine The Rocker Arm Wear
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