Pushrod

05-16-2011, 09:25 PM

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Pushrod

Was wondering how much affect would it be having to long of a pushrod to the point that the valves don't close fully

05-16-2011, 11:34 PM

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The motor will lose compression and have reduced power, plus it will backfire out the intake and/or exhaust.

05-17-2011, 04:14 AM

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And you may burn your valves.