2nd time here we go again clanking ticking noise after engine shut down
#121
First, that is a Proform "mock up rocker" for a SMALLBLOCK Chevy. You happen to have a Big Block Chevy.
Second, those tools are way better than nothing, but have to be a compromise to guess at what cam lift a motor is gonna have. Let's consider something - if these were so helpful and accurate, why doesn't every cam company sell their version?
And you can use a simple hardware store spring for testing. It just needs to be light gauge spring about 3/4" diameter x 2.2 to 2.5" long.
Second, those tools are way better than nothing, but have to be a compromise to guess at what cam lift a motor is gonna have. Let's consider something - if these were so helpful and accurate, why doesn't every cam company sell their version?
And you can use a simple hardware store spring for testing. It just needs to be light gauge spring about 3/4" diameter x 2.2 to 2.5" long.
Thanks. Back waiting for parts to show
springs should show up today..
Last edited by 35fountain; 09-13-2021 at 06:03 AM.
#122
Amazon does sell the correct #66806 Big Block "length checker" but I would still rather use the "90 degree at half lift" method any day.
You need -
test spring
Air hose w spark plug fitting
Spring compressor (rocker stud type)
adjustable pushrod
Dial indicator and base
Long handle ratchet w crank snout socket
You need -
test spring
Air hose w spark plug fitting
Spring compressor (rocker stud type)
adjustable pushrod
Dial indicator and base
Long handle ratchet w crank snout socket
#123
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I cannot 100 percent confirm, but apparently big block Ford and big block Chevy rockers are the same.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/14246937971...53.m1438.l2649
https://www.ebay.com/itm/14246937971...53.m1438.l2649
#124
Amazon does sell the correct #66806 Big Block "length checker" but I would still rather use the "90 degree at half lift" method any day.
You need -
test spring
Air hose w spark plug fitting
Spring compressor (rocker stud type)
adjustable pushrod
Dial indicator and base
Long handle ratchet w crank snout socket
You need -
test spring
Air hose w spark plug fitting
Spring compressor (rocker stud type)
adjustable pushrod
Dial indicator and base
Long handle ratchet w crank snout socket
If this doesn't work out then maybe its time to pull the engines. unless one of you guys lives close enough by me and wants to make a few bucks. I am at my end point on this.
Thanks again
#125
I cannot 100 percent confirm, but apparently big block Ford and big block Chevy rockers are the same.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/14246937971...53.m1438.l2649
https://www.ebay.com/itm/14246937971...53.m1438.l2649
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I cannot 100 percent confirm, but apparently big block Ford and big block Chevy rockers are the same.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/14246937971...53.m1438.l2649
https://www.ebay.com/itm/14246937971...53.m1438.l2649
#127
Yes I know they are not the $400 rockers but how bad can they be. I am not turning crazy rpm's . I have seen gold aluminum rockers break. Jeg's and summit told me they never had any complaints and none came back. I just trying to correct a small issue so I am on a budget and I am already in deep. Next is the clearance on the valve covers...CP sells the polished slanted ones, and the price is going up soon. There's another 800.
Last edited by 35fountain; 09-13-2021 at 02:25 PM.
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Yes I know they are not the $400 rockers but how bad can they be. I am not turning crazy rpm's . I have seen gold aluminum rockers break. Jeg's and summit told me they never had any complaints and none came back. I just trying to correct a small issue so I am on a budget and I am already in deep. Next is the clearance on the valve covers...CP sells the polished slanted ones, and the price is going up soon. There's another 800.
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Small example: pull open one of their fake msd boxes (they got in trouble for making box look like msd) and guess what ? A cooy Gm hei module by itself inside.
procomp harmonic bakancers break apart, rockers, etc, etc
Yiu’ve been forewarned enough by me. Do your homework.



