Recent content by chrisd6875

Oil pressure was about 75 when we primed the pump by hand. Now while its running, it is at 55 psi. I have Lucas 10-40 high zinc installed. The lifters were new and not pre-soaked.

Ok just checked, I had that right. Just found a thread here about this issue. One solution was to use lash caps. I will check into this. Just took the driver side apart and the valve stems are uneven there as well. The rockers on that side are not loose though. I am also going to check the push...

I thought I was told that the rocker shafts can go on either side as long as the oil holes are pointing down? Yes, I had these heads done at a professional engine shop. He cleaned up the valves/seats, took off .020 and installed my springs.

Hi all, I just started my LA 360 on Friday to break the cam in and have a fairly loud knocking sound from the passenger side. I bought this engine a few years ago and replaced mostly everything except the pistons, rings and crank. I had the heads redone, and installed a Cam/Lifter kit. I...

Hey, not sure how to send a pm, so here's a reply. If still for sale, please let me know. I'm in 18944.

If still for sale, how much to ship to 18944. Thanks, Chris.

If still for sale how much to ship to 18944? Thanks, Chris.

Thanks for all the info. I'm trying to keep this as simple as I can. I will probably not go with the electronic fuel injection. Sounds like it might not be worth the trouble. So I will need to get a Magnum that includes a flex plate. Mini-starter. Hughes snout extender. Make motor mounts or buy...

Hi all, I recently joined your forum looking for answers for swapping a 5.9 magnum with my original 318. It is in a 74 barracuda, with a 904. What can you guys tell me about what is involved, namely, how does it mate with the 904, what flex plate do I need, and the pros and cons of keeping the...