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Old Nov 12, 2005 | 11:19 AM
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From: Miami, FL
Car: '85 TA
Engine: Carb'd 350, ported 416s
Transmission: retrofitted T5
Axle/Gears: 3.42 7.62" 10-bolt, locker
Valve Spring Retainers
Is there any way to tell what size retainer I need? I'm replacing my exhaust rotators with regular retainers. Does it have to be exact, or can it be a little larger?
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Old Nov 12, 2005 | 04:11 PM
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buy thm to fit your spring
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Old Nov 12, 2005 | 06:29 PM
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Engine: Sb2.2 406
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Why not replace the crap factory springs while you're at it. Set it up right.
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