Camshaft install tips and tricks
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===Pre-lube engine oil system=== | ===Pre-lube engine oil system=== | ||
| − | The lifters can be dipped into a container of oil but unless the manufacturer's instructions tell you otherwise, there's no need to pump hydraulic lifters up before installing them. There are some exceptions to this. For instance Rhodes lifters DO recommend their " | + | The lifters can be dipped into a container of oil but unless the manufacturer's instructions tell you otherwise, there's no need to pump hydraulic lifters up before installing them. There are some exceptions to this. For instance Rhodes lifters DO recommend their "<i>original</i>" lifters be pumped up prior to installing, then for them to be adjusted to 3/4 of a turn, or so the lifter cup is about 1/16" below the retainer. |
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*Increases piston to intake valve clearance | *Increases piston to intake valve clearance | ||
*Decreases piston to exhaust valve clearance | *Decreases piston to exhaust valve clearance | ||
| + | ;Also see [http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/How_to_choose_a_camshaft#Phasing_the_camshaft Phasing the camshaft] | ||
==Effects of changing lobe separation angle== | ==Effects of changing lobe separation angle== | ||
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