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[[File:Sbc prod guide slot.jpg|thumb|left|450px|Red arrows indicate the pushrod guide slot; slot needs elongating towards the rocker stud if 1.6 ratio rockers are used]]<br style="clear:both"/>
 
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==Spring cups==
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[[File:Springcup2.jpg|right]]
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When using a spring cup or locator it's important that it closely fit either the ID of the spring seat or the OD of the guide boss. This keeps the cup or locator from moving around- which is one reason for using it in the first place.
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Aluminum heads need to have something that will protect the aluminum from wear. At the very least a hardened shim at least 0.030" thick should be used.
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==References==
 
==References==
 
;Crankshaft Coalition wiki articles
 
;Crankshaft Coalition wiki articles

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