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May 20, 2009 | 02:10 AM

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ws6 cam swap

i was told by a few ppl on here that with my cam that i installed that 7.425s rod would be ok and quiter but when i started it up today for the first time after letting the rvt seal for 24hrs it sounded like a loud sowing machine so i duno if the push rod length is incorrect are what?
Anyone help me?

May 20, 2009 | 02:12 AM

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What cam? What was the base circle? Did you measure/check it?

May 20, 2009 | 05:47 AM

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How did you install the rockers? Did you trq them on base circle following TDC firing sequence?
Did you install the PACs at 1.800 height?

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May 20, 2009 | 08:35 PM

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i was told by my local tuning shop and motor builder that 7.4s for a stock motor are just fine he said cuz there is a loud tappin noise coming from valve covers