Rocker arms
01-06-2005, 08:10 PM
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Rocker arms
I just bought some 1.7 rocker arms. Should I go ahead and replace the springs and retainers while installing the new rocker arms?
01-06-2005, 08:13 PM
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RE: Rocker arms
springs yes retainers if you want.
01-06-2005, 08:13 PM
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RE: Rocker arms
well if your still stock cam..no if you stepped up with a cam then yes simple as that
01-06-2005, 11:55 PM
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RE: Rocker arms
if alot of miles on springs, then yeah springs, not to easy i dont think
01-07-2005, 12:28 AM
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yea... I don't think you can change the springs with the heads in the car can you?
01-07-2005, 12:33 AM
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RE: Rocker arms
yes you can
01-07-2005, 12:36 AM
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RE: Rocker arms
yes you can, you need to compress the cylinder, so that the valve does not fall down.... its a little tricky, but is do-able
01-07-2005, 12:44 AM
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coo... is there some type of special tool to compress the spring?.. I only know of the c clamp type...
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RE: Rocker arms
