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Valvetrain Articles links:
Adjusting the Valve Train
In-depth discussion of valve train adjustment. Includes information on hydraulic and mechanical lifters, preload, and setting valve lash.

Adjusting Valve Lash
Basic procedure for adjusting valve lash on a SBC engine.

Cam Degreeing
Basic instructions for degreeing a camshaft.

Cam Degreeing by Stock Timing Marks
Describes a simple method for checking one cam lobe's relationship to the crankshaft using the stock timing marks.

Cam Timing vs. Compression Analysis
Information on how to roughly calculate how changes in either cam timing, compression, or both affect low-speed torque and response.

Camshaft Selection
Information on understanding camshaft characteristics for selecting a proper camshaft.

Degreeing Camshafts
Basic information on degreeing camshafts.

Degreeing the Camshaft
Basic information, tips, and procedures for properly degreeing a camshaft.

Higher Ratio Rocker Arms
Discusses theory, effectiveness, and precautions for using high ratio rocker arms.

Hot Cams and T Buckets
Basic advice on selecting a camshaft for a T Bucket.

How Camshafts Work
Basic but detailed tutorial on camshaft construction and functionality.

How to Break in a New Cam
Information and photographs on proper procedures for breaking in a new cam.

How to Select a Valve Spring
Tips on how to select the proper valve spring for different applications.

Hydraulic Valve Train Adjustments
Discusses procedures for adjusting rocker arms for more performance. Focused on Pontiac engines.

In-Truck Cam Swap
General tutorial on replacing a camshaft without removing the engine.



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