I've shaved the head .010 for flatness, and i'm thinking of getting a thinner head gasket. Will I need rocker arm shims for just this?
I haven't decked the block, and have stock valves. Only changes are the shaved head and possible MLS gasket.
What's the limit?
How much before i need rocker shims?
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How much before i need rocker shims?
1973 Jeep Wagoneer - 4.6L basic stroker, Q-jet/Offy dualport, Comp 68-231, .043" HG, 9.79 scr/8.56 dcr, crappy quench
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Re: How much before i need rocker shims?
You should be OK without shimming the rockers. I'd say a total increase of 0.030" in lifter preload should prompt you to use the same thickness shims and you haven't gone that far.
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