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  1. TheGreenSlime

    451 stroker, cut the crank or block?

    This has been my experience. 70# spring and go-go-go.
  2. TheGreenSlime

    451 stroker, cut the crank or block?

    I'm not one to argue with physics, and I have to admit I've thought about the combo my self, but it's definitely not the cheap and easy way out. I imagine a reliable 7000 RPM shift point motor based on a low block and 3.75" stroke using mostly factory parts is very doable.
  3. TheGreenSlime

    How to adjustable rockers??

    Install the rockers on the shaft so that the left and right are in the proper locations. Start with TDC #1 and loosen the adjuster so you have lash and the lifter plunger is ll the way up. Slowly tighten the adjuster until the lash just goes away then one turn more. If the lifter is full of...
  4. TheGreenSlime

    451 stroker, cut the crank or block?

    I can appreciate sweeping up all the parts one has lying around to make something useful, but why build a 451 when a .040" over 440 (448CI) is basically the same thing? Plus you get a better rod/stroke ratio. The added expense of fitting the crank and getting custom rods and pistons doesn't...
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