427 SBF

[89 Fox 427]

China knows what's up

 

[Steve439]

I set the plate on a granite counter and it had no movement. Not really sure if there's another way to test that

Check the thickness in several places with a micrometer.

 

[BOSS#1540]

I set the plate on a granite counter and it had no movement. Not really sure if there's another way to test that

Figure 8's on some fine grit on a flat hard surface and see it's contacting everywhere or has a high spot. Check both sides.

 

[Steve439]

I have a piece of 1/2" glass that I bought from a glass shop.
They cut it to size and beveled the edges, and it didn't cost much (thirty years ago ).
It's pretty useful for sanding parts and checking if stuff like a pushrod is bent.
You can probably buy them online now...

 

[89 Fox 427]

At this point I'm just waiting for new parts

 

[BOSS#1540]

At this point I'm just waiting for new parts

Booooooo

 

[89 Fox 427]

Buncha assholes

 

[Steve439]

At this point I'm just waiting for new parts

I'll be interested in how much you like the Rollmaster.
I have one of the "vernier" ones for my build but I'm thinking I don't need the infinite adjustability and if the regular ones are simpler and lighter I might buy one instead.

 

[Steve439]

Buncha assholes

I gave up on humans years ago.

 

[BOSS#1540]

I'll be interested in how much you like the Rollmaster.
I have one of the "vernier" ones for my build but I'm thinking I don't need the infinite adjustability and if the regular ones are simpler and lighter I might buy one instead.

I almost got the vernier also but with 800 lb springs and 8600 rpm I'd never stop worrying about it moving, lol. Although I'm sure it wouldn't move I went with the normal torrington

 

[Steve439]

KISS is the answer 93.87% of the time.

 

[BOSS#1540]

KISS is the answer 93.87% of the time.

I agree, lol. And I'm not splitting hairs this time so hopefully it's within a degree of where jones wants it, lol.

 

[BOSS#1540]

As far as moving, my cloyes didn't move and it just uses the center bolt to keep everything in place, compared to the rollmaster using several perimeter bolts on the cam gear.

 

[89 Fox 427]

Anyone have a clue where I can find a 2.6" solid lifter for a Ford. Just one.

Or advice on how to check ptv clearance and pushrod length without a solid lifter

 

[Steve439]

I have the Cloyes Hex-A-Just (or whatever it's called) on two motors.
I've had no problems.
Guys bitch about them breaking, but I suspect they're trying to move it under full spring pressure.

 

[Steve439]

Anyone have a clue where I can find a 2.6" solid lifter for a Ford. Just one.

Or advice on how to check ptv clearance and pushrod length without a solid lifter

Check this out:

Proform Parts 66838 Proform Cam Checker Tools | Summit Racing

Free Shipping - Proform Cam Checker Tools with qualifying orders of $109. Shop Camshaft Checking Fixtures at Summit Racing.

www.summitracing.com

I have one that I haven't used but it seems like a good idea and I've been reading an engine building book that says it's the way to go.

 

[89 Fox 427]

Check this out:

Proform Parts 66838 Proform Cam Checker Tools | Summit Racing

Free Shipping - Proform Cam Checker Tools with qualifying orders of $109. Shop Camshaft Checking Fixtures at Summit Racing.

www.summitracing.com

I have one that I haven't used but it seems like a good idea and I've been reading an engine building book that says it's the way to go.

That wasn't the question you silly goose

 

[DHR Darren]

Put the motherfucker in there straight up and run the cocksucker!

 

[Steve439]

That wasn't the question you silly goose

That's a tool where you don't use a lifter, the attachments ride right on the cam.

 

[89 Fox 427]

That's a tool where you don't use a lifter, the attachments ride right on the cam.

How does that help piston to valve clearance or measuring for pushrods