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Old 04-08-2013, 10:25 PM
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stock tpi rocker arm adjusting ?

what is the correct way of adjusting a stock rocker arm? i tried to doing it by the book 3 different times i cant get it maybe i missed something so now im here asking for help. block is from a 85 vette. engine is on the stand last thing i need to do before i drop it in. i tried to search before i posted i couldn't find nothing. thanks
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Re: stock tpi rocker arm adjusting ?

Here ya go...

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/tech...y-stumped.html

What you need is in there. Ignore the "astro" guy's drivel though, it just gets in the way.
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thank you ima get at them valves tomorrow
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Re: stock tpi rocker arm adjusting ?

Or you can do it the proper way, IMO is by sound.
I think its most easiest and assuring method to properly adjust the lash.

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