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Old Jan 24, 2015 | 01:39 AM
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New cams, b'rngs, support plate and rods. Wondered if there's any need to go back and readjust after 1-200 mi.

Any thoughts on this? Thanks.
 
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Old Jan 24, 2015 | 04:40 AM
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if they were properly set then there is no need to readjust. if valve train is quiet ride it.
 
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Shouldn't need to.
We load the lifter to .140", to maintain the proper pre-load at full operating temps.
Also helps keep some of the more aggressive-ramp cams tamed.
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Yeah, it's been quiet. HDs PR's are 24 TPI (I measured to be sure) so I ran 'em 3+2 flats.

Thanks for the feedback gang!
 
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