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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 09:25 PM
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Has anyone upgraded to the bigger 7/16 studs? If so what parts did you use?
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 09:46 PM
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All you need is the studs. ARP is usually the choice. The holes are 7/16 the top of the stud is 3/8 factory and the 7/16 studs are 7/16 top and bottom.
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 09:57 PM
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ARP Pro series 7/16" studs have served me well through several builds.

PN ARP 234-7202

Remember to seal the threads when you install them.
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Originally Posted by James Montigny
ARP Pro series 7/16" studs have served me well through several builds.

PN ARP 234-7202

Remember to seal the threads when you install them.
thanks for the part number.

i see the rocker arm nut thread length is .67 inches. does it screw deep enough into you rocker arms or is it a bit shallow?

i had to shim my old 3/8 setup because it was too shallow.
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Originally Posted by C_Rules
thanks for the part number.

i see the rocker arm nut thread length is .67 inches. does it screw deep enough into you rocker arms or is it a bit shallow?

i had to shim my old 3/8 setup because it was too shallow.
It was enough for stock valves and pushrods with Pro Mags, they were too short for the
longer ones I used with the Dart castings. I ended up using taller studs.
Most people will never run into that issue.


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ok, looks like measurements will have to be made. what rockers did you go with?
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Originally Posted by C_Rules
ok, looks like measurements will have to be made. what rockers did you go with?
I used Comp Pro Mags; Ultra Pros didn't exist at the time.
In retrospect, I should have machined he heads for shaft-mount Jesel rockers while I had it apart.
It really would have simplified geometry for me.
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