It's available in new print. I paid $22 about a year ago.

http://www.carrollsmith.com/books/

I wouldn't even consider an off-shore type build without a stud girdle.

Thanks Cole, that's good to know. He's got some really great books.

Me ether

they look like webster industry,s.did you get them from bob?

Can one assume that cam specs, spring pressures, and intended RPM range play into this decision? and rocker stud materials? Just asking where you think the Cut-off or jump up point might be? Refering to Offshore type build. Serious question not intended to be confrontational, I think it is good information for the budget minded builds.

Nice looking engines and no offense, but I would not run a Professional Products Damper on an off shore engine (or any other engine for that matter).

Yes, their nice pieces

I appreciate the question and IMO, it's just something that should be considered in any budget for any off shore build...but valve train stability is one of my pet peeves. Are there thousands of engines out there running without one? Sure. Without issues? Well that could only be determined with a before and after comparison, I guess. The factory "automotive" valve train wasn't designed to run at 5000 rpm and at or near peak torque, max loading and peak cylinder pressures for extended periods like we see in off shore engines. Again, IMO, anything you can do to make the engine "happier" at those rpm's and loads is well worth the investment.

No salt water close to me............so I guess I'll keep em