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i'm installing the Tsp 231/237cam with crane dbl valve springs... harden pushroads...retainers, seals...do i need a ported oil pump or a stronger timing chain right now..or is what i got ok..also has anyone used the more valve spring compres...is it worth the money...or which valve spring comp should i use...(heads are stayin in the car for now)

i always hear different things on this...how long is break in...some people say a few hot cold runs...and some others say 300 miles...what do u guys think..thanks...
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i didnt do my oil pump or timing chain on my 98 i figured if it aint broke dont fix it and the chain doesnt have that many miles on it now anywayz. I did about 100 miles on mine before i had it tuned.
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i didnt do my oil pump or timing chain on my 98 i figured if it aint broke dont fix it and the chain doesnt have that many miles on it now anywayz. I did about 100 miles on mine before i had it tuned.
so basicly go about 100 miles...change the oil...then its pretty much broken in..then tune it
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i actually just heat cycled my springs like 4-5 times, changed the oil, drove sane for the next 100 miles till i got tuned.
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Change oil at 300 miles max.
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Change oil at 300 miles max.
sounds like a plan thanks guys...ill let u know how it all goes..i'm suppose to ravce a evo once i'm done and tuned...evo has a down pipe...tuned...and up graded turbo...what do u guys think
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looks like you'll have your hands full but you should take him as long as you have traction and can drive
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Practice your launch and run him 'till 120mph. 70-120mph should be yours.
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Practice your launch and run him 'till 120mph. 70-120mph should be yours.
i'm racing him next week ill keep u guys posted on a new thread..thanks
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