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Old Jan 2, 2007 | 04:12 PM
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can i use a thinner headgasket on my 2007 st bob to raise the comp a bit whitout changing my pushrods(it is a 103inch whit 211 se cam).
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The hydraulic portion of a stock lifter is about .200" with it being approximately centered when installed properly. Meaning you have .100" either way from center approx. A thinnner head gasket will not make a difference in the big scheme of things.
 
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