2000WS6TA

iTrader: (5)

are new retainers nessecary when installing a new cam? i wa planning on new vlaves and rods but are the retainers needed?

SSDoubleK

iTrader: (100)

I would, get the titanium ones, your valvetrain will appreaciate you, I did and was extremly happy I did. If your gonna do a cam job, don't cut corners, you'll be happy with changing your retainers.

NviouSS

iTrader: (8)

don't forget about the springs too.

orangeapeel

iTrader: (18)

Titanium isn't necessary, I did it for an extra light valve train and that insurance for valve float. you can get the OEM ones and be just fine. I would get different springs like the 918's if you plan on a cam for sure.

blkZ28spt

New retainers are not necessary if the springs (NECESSARY!) that you get can use stock retainers. Ti retainers are not a bad idea, though. They are not very expensive and reduce valvetrain weight.

Why are you planning on new valves?

orangeapeel

iTrader: (18)

If you are doing new valves and plan on going bigger you might want to make sure that you have a combo that is going to help and not hurt with oversized valves.

2000WS6TA

iTrader: (5)

my bad on the original post, i ment new valve springs and rods. i was gonna keep the stock valves. but thanks for the help on the retainers.