26G Cam Install Update
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
Today I installed new lifters in my 2000 RK. I did not prime, but did soak them over night. It was only 52* in my shop and it took around ten min. for the lifters to pump up. A little longer running on the liftbefore itsettled down to its normal sound. It should be fine.
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
2005, guess that answers my question -- sure was hoping there was an easier way rather than pulling the tank, although probably not all that bad after tearing down everything else. One plus would be to use stock size pushrods to take that adjustment out of the equation.
Dawg, I had never even heard of the need to enlarge the oil return oils in the rocker covers. I assume this would apply for all year models? Does it help to improve the lubrication of the top end, help get oil back to the sump, eliminate misting, or all three???
ajayrk, yeah you ran yours quite a bit longer than I did, and my garage temp was no warmer than yours [:'(], so I probably just need more run time to get things quieted down. I suppose after that, no big deal to go back in and readjust the rods again, although I think if I do I'll invest in one of those pushrod spring clip installer thingys -- didn't feel comfortable using screwdriver wedged into the fins as a lever.
(plus my knuckles look like I was in a heck of a fight [:@]).
Dawg, I had never even heard of the need to enlarge the oil return oils in the rocker covers. I assume this would apply for all year models? Does it help to improve the lubrication of the top end, help get oil back to the sump, eliminate misting, or all three???
ajayrk, yeah you ran yours quite a bit longer than I did, and my garage temp was no warmer than yours [:'(], so I probably just need more run time to get things quieted down. I suppose after that, no big deal to go back in and readjust the rods again, although I think if I do I'll invest in one of those pushrod spring clip installer thingys -- didn't feel comfortable using screwdriver wedged into the fins as a lever.
(plus my knuckles look like I was in a heck of a fight [:@]).
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
ORIGINAL: Taterdog
Dawg, I had never even heard of the need to enlarge the oil return oils in the rocker covers. I assume this would apply for all year models? Does it help to improve the lubrication of the top end, help get oil back to the sump, eliminate misting, or all three???
Dawg, I had never even heard of the need to enlarge the oil return oils in the rocker covers. I assume this would apply for all year models? Does it help to improve the lubrication of the top end, help get oil back to the sump, eliminate misting, or all three???
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
I have one of those pushrod install thingys. I works ok to remove the clip, but it is in the way when installing the clip. It doesn't fit up into the head and fully compress the tube against the o-ring. I'm back to using a screwdrive.
You don't need to use a fin. With the blade of the screwdriver on the retainer push it down and angle the screwdriver handle down. Insert the clip under the tube flange with the bottom angled out and against the screwdriver and push the bottom in while raising the screwdriver.
You don't need to use a fin. With the blade of the screwdriver on the retainer push it down and angle the screwdriver handle down. Insert the clip under the tube flange with the bottom angled out and against the screwdriver and push the bottom in while raising the screwdriver.
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
Today I installed new lifters in my 2000 RK. I did not prime, but did soak them over night. It was only 52* in my shop and it took around ten min. for the lifters to pump up. A little longer running on the liftbefore itsettled down to its normal sound. It should be fine.
I've got a gear drive installation coming up in a few weeks myself, just trying to learn what I can. This has been a great thread.
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
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I have one of those pushrod install thingys. I works ok to remove the clip, but it is in the way when installing the clip. It doesn't fit up into the head and fully compress the tube against the o-ring. I'm back to using a screwdrive.
You don't need to use a fin. With the blade of the screwdriver on the retainer push it down and angle the screwdriver handle down. Insert the clip under the tube flange with the bottom angled out and against the screwdriver and push the bottom in while raising the screwdriver.
I have one of those pushrod install thingys. I works ok to remove the clip, but it is in the way when installing the clip. It doesn't fit up into the head and fully compress the tube against the o-ring. I'm back to using a screwdrive.
You don't need to use a fin. With the blade of the screwdriver on the retainer push it down and angle the screwdriver handle down. Insert the clip under the tube flange with the bottom angled out and against the screwdriver and push the bottom in while raising the screwdriver.
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
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but "pushing the bottom in while raising the screwdriver" to install the clip loses me.
but "pushing the bottom in while raising the screwdriver" to install the clip loses me.
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
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Do you think it would help any to submerge the lifters in oil and pump on them with a pushrod before installing them in the engine? When you first started the engine after the cam / lifters installation did you let it idle at it's own pace or did you run it up a little faster?
I've got a gear drive installation coming up in a few weeks myself, just trying to learn what I can. This has been a great thread.
Today I installed new lifters in my 2000 RK. I did not prime, but did soak them over night. It was only 52* in my shop and it took around ten min. for the lifters to pump up. A little longer running on the liftbefore itsettled down to its normal sound. It should be fine.
I've got a gear drive installation coming up in a few weeks myself, just trying to learn what I can. This has been a great thread.
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
Dawg, I think I see what you and ajayrk are saying now. I'll have to give it a try, but I sure hate to think what that screwdriver blade will do if it slips off the cap. Either fins or lifter cover are gonna get nailed. I'll be careful! 
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RE: 26G Cam Install Update
It's MUCH easier than that!
1st make sure the upper tube is fully up and seated in the upper o-ring, then slide the spring loaded sleeve down as much as possilbe with one hand & quickly position the tip of a slot blade screw driver beneath a fin on thead (in a position that will allow you to "lay" the side of the screw driver shaft just on top of the collar. Then simply pull downward on the handle of the screwdriver - compressing the collar down over the spring. While it's down, just snap the retainer in place.
It should take all of 10 seconds per pushrod.
1st make sure the upper tube is fully up and seated in the upper o-ring, then slide the spring loaded sleeve down as much as possilbe with one hand & quickly position the tip of a slot blade screw driver beneath a fin on thead (in a position that will allow you to "lay" the side of the screw driver shaft just on top of the collar. Then simply pull downward on the handle of the screwdriver - compressing the collar down over the spring. While it's down, just snap the retainer in place.
It should take all of 10 seconds per pushrod.