Recent content by fatbaldmoparguy

I stumbled upon this thread in my search for an intake manifold. I'm looking for a dual plane manifold for a low deck "b" block to use with some 270 Trick Flow's. Does anyone make a dual plane that has a max wedge port size or has enough meat to port match fairly close? I know indy makes a nice...

The only flat top I'm aware of that TRW made for a 318 had a 1.759 compression height. I really doubt your compression ratio is anywhere close to 10.5-1 with the J heads.

Spring pocket depth can vary quite a bit on factory heads. If the stem heights look reasonably even with a straight edge, your measurement from valve tip to spring seat .020-.030 variance may not be out of the question. Using a longer pushrod would take up the slack. Another fix would be using...

The original heads are cracked. When I said factory heads, I actually meant new replacement magnum style castings. I'm building this engine for someone else and he already has the LA timing cover, eccentric, etc. I thought the LA cam would work but wanted to make sure. Figured plenty of people...

Building a 408 out of a magnum block and would like to still run a mechanical fuel pump. Is there any problem using a retrofit style hydraulic roller cam in a magnum block? I realize the old style timing set would have to be used. Would also like to run the factory style lifters with the retro...

I'm looking to build a 408 to put in a duster with power brakes. I was wondering what kind of vacuum readings people are running with various cubic inch and cam combinations and how well their brakes are cooperating. Engine will likely have edelbrock RPM heads and manifold. I was hoping to be...

I appreciate all responses. After spending alot of time tinkering with everything, I ended up between .015-.017. I'm going with that. By the way, great site. Looks like a wealth of information here.

New poster here, was looking for a little advice. I'm building a 414 small block with edelbrock aluminum heads and PRW aluminum rocker arm kit. I was wondering how much side play is recommended for each pair of rocker arms between the stands. The way I have them shimmed right now, checking with...