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Old Apr 16, 2013 | 11:17 AM
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1990 rs ??

i have a 1990 rs with a 305 tbi in it i was wondering if anyone knows if they have a roller cam shaft in them trying to avoid pulling the intake im building a 350 for it and would like to use the lifters and ect instead of buying new if i can any help would be great thanks
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Old Apr 16, 2013 | 12:38 PM
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It did from the factory. Whether it still does depends upon its history.

As long as the engine hasn't been neglected, the lifters should be fine in a factory roller 350 block. But, you need to clean and inspect each one carefully before reusing.
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Old Apr 16, 2013 | 12:44 PM
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Re: 1990 rs ??

thanks a lot its the original engine im pretty sure at the very least i can use the hold down plate and suck that will save me some cash even if i have to buy new lifters just didnt wana tare down my car until im ready to swap the engine
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Old Apr 16, 2013 | 01:42 PM
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Re: 1990 rs ??

yes i believe 87+ all had roller cams, my 87 305 TPI did from the factory however it doesnt now, so if by any chance youd want or need lifters push rods, or a cam from a TPI LB9 just PM me ill ship ya all of it very cheap since im not ever going to you any of it
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Old Apr 16, 2013 | 04:47 PM
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Re: 1990 rs ??

thanks ill keep u in mind
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