Cam followers "rocker arms"

Dustang · #1 11-20-2009, 12:24 AM

Is there a good write up somewhere on how to install cam followers a.k.a rocker arms? Or do you just pop them on the lash adjusters w/ a screwdriver? Some insight would b appreciated....... thanks

8111870 · #2 11-20-2009, 04:56 PM

pop em on with a screwdriver (slightly bled down)
bonne chance!

Dustang · #3 11-20-2009, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 8111870

pop em on with a screwdriver (slightly bled down)
bonne chance!

How do you bleed down the lash adjusters? with a small wire and insert it into the hole?

robj8hammer · #4 11-21-2009, 08:17 PM

Take them out and compress them really slowly. A vise works well, but put some plastic or wood between the jaws and lash adjuster so you don't mar the surfaces of the adjuster.

-Rob

8111870 · #5 11-22-2009, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by robj8hammer

Take them out and compress them really slowly. A vise works well, but put some plastic or wood between the jaws and lash adjuster so you don't mar the surfaces of the adjuster.

-Rob

what he said!

greenbird · #6 11-29-2009, 11:51 AM

The OTC tool will let you compress the valve spring and slip he followers on very easily. Using a screwdriver wasn't working for me.

I've seen people install the followers, lay the cam in, and use the cam caps to compress the valve springs as they tighten it down. Yipe!

Spartan · #7 12-02-2009, 11:06 PM

Just get the trick flow tool. $30. I've done the screwdriver method before... I wont again, ended up with a grove on the cam.