NassyVette

iTrader: (22)

I've got rocker to retainer issues with my current heads (old ARE stage 2's). Just wondering if anyone has clearanced the under side of their rocker arms to clear the springs?

I intended to just replace he heads with some new TEA's, but my turbo Z28 project is draining my funds like you wouldn't believe.

BTW the springs are (I'm pretty sure) comp 987's, with larger than stock valve stems (11/32's comes to mind but I last measured them a looong time ago). They also use 7 degree locks...I guess that was pretty common back 7 years ago. But the springs/retainers have a much wider diameter than say patriot golds, which is the only reason I can see for rocker to retainer contact. Any thoughts on this?

vettenuts

iTrader: (4)

Don't do it, that is the side of the rocker loaded in tensile and any material removal will likely shorten their life or could result in failure.

NassyVette

iTrader: (22)

Pretty much what I figured, just looking for a cheap way out. What do you suggest I do to resolve this issue? Is there anything I can do short of buying new heads?