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Old 02-11-2023 | 12:14 PM
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Getting a couple of 496 HOs ready to install, while on the stands I'm a thinking of replacing the valve springs, any recommendations on springs or just leave them alone? Thanks
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PAC seem to be the best. They live where others have failed.
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Old 02-11-2023 | 02:01 PM
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Why replace them?? They should last 2000 hrs with the small cam in the 496
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Old 02-11-2023 | 03:19 PM
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Why replace them?? They should last 2000 hrs with the small cam in the 496
just looking for trouble I guess,lol
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Stock HO cam? I would leave em alone.
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Old 02-11-2023 | 08:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Ryan00TJ
Stock HO cam? I would leave em alone.
yep all stock HO
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Old 02-11-2023 | 11:29 PM
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How many hours on the springs? If you have the capability, remove a couple and test pressure. Shim them up to .080-.060" before coilbind if wanting to increase spring pressure.
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Old 02-12-2023 | 09:16 AM
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02 year 496HOs with 258 hours
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Old 02-12-2023 | 09:21 AM
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02 year 496HOs with 258 hours
I'd send them.
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Old 02-12-2023 | 10:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Knot 4 Me
I'd send them.
starting to think the same
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