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02-03-2010 #1
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roller rockers required?
can someone please tell me why roller rockers are required on some heads. what would happen if you used stamped steel rockers instead?
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02-08-2010 #2
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which heads and what motor are you referring to?
02-12-2010 #3
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Some aftermarket heads require "offset" roller rockers due to relocation of valves because of increased size or relocated intake/exhaust ports. The pushrods don't fit in the stock location, so offset rockers allow the pushrods to be moved. (very simplistic answer)
Ric
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02-18-2010 #4
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i was looking at the powerhouse heads.
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