TBI going to 1.6 rockers ok????? - Third Generation F-Body Message Boards

dpcp66 · 11-03-2009, 02:35 AM

I have a chance to geta set of 1.6 rolloer rockers for a chevy for almost nothing I was wondering could i put them on my stock 92 RS 305? any info would be great.

Thanks Doug

UNCLE TOM · 11-03-2009, 07:27 AM

i just put a set of comp cams 1416-16 roller tips on my car 2 weeks ago . i did several other mild mods. at the same time . cant say i felt a seat of the pants difference . i did see a slight improvement at the gas pump . my car is a TRUE daily driver . if a used set your looking at i would recommend you use new nuts . go for it , good luck .

Saabster · 11-03-2009, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by UNCLE TOM

i just put a set of comp cams 1416-16 roller tips on my car 2 weeks ago . i did several other mild mods. at the same time . cant say i felt a seat of the pants difference . i did see a slight improvement at the gas pump . my car is a TRUE daily driver . if a used set your looking at i would recommend you use new nuts . go for it , good luck .

This brings up a question I've had for a little while, I thought the LO3 needed self aligning rocker arms? Do they actually use guide plates?

ShiftyCapone · 11-03-2009, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Saabster

This brings up a question I've had for a little while, I thought the LO3 needed self aligning rocker arms? Do they actually use guide plates?

They do not have guideplates so you will need self alligning rocker arms. 1.6 rockers are a pretty decent mod for a stock LO3.