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Im working on getting a degree wheel. But heres another "long shot". Edelbrock recommends the use of adjusteble rocker arms when using cams with a greater-than-stock lift. There has to be a reason for this. Since Im running the MP509, is it possible the rocker stands themselves might not be machined at the same height as say a stock cast iron head, therefore causing the valves to "hang open"? Much like a Chevy with the rockers adjusted too tight? I do have experience with that scenario and the effect is great. I should have a degree wheel tomorrow and Ill take a crack at it.

But who here thinks I could benefit from an adjustable rocker setup? Id like to rule that out as a possibility as well. I appreciate all of the replies. Its all very interesting. I just hope I can get to the bottom of this.




I don’t understand something since I know very little about small blocks and valvetrain setup.

  • This is a hydraulic cam

  • It uses shaft rockers right?.

  • You have aftermarket heads.

  • You have non adjustable rocker arms?



    How is preload done on each lifter?


  • Allen Here's a novel idea, let's not throw a bunch of parts at the car hoping it will fix the problem and instead spend a little time diagnosing it first. Life was a little easier when I was just a wrench.