Whichever would allow the better geometry on the pushrod side.
Push Rod Length: Shorter vs Longer
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Re: Push Rod Length: Shorter vs Longer
I'll look into this should this same scenario come up with my own project.Walter R. Malik wrote: ↑Mon Nov 29, 2021 8:32 pmWhichever would allow the better geometry on the pushrod side.
This was for a poster on another forum and I think that deal is sealed. But eventually, I'll be working on my own pile of parts. Again.
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I was recently reading where Larry tested on dyno and track
More hp with Sweep pattern on pushrod side but potentially more guide wear.
Obviously application specific,
More hp with Sweep pattern on pushrod side but potentially more guide wear.
Obviously application specific,
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Guide wear is precisely the issue.steve cowan wrote: ↑Tue Nov 30, 2021 3:21 pm
More hp with Sweep pattern on pushrod side but potentially more guide wear.
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Re: Push Rod Length: Shorter vs Longer
Personally I get pushrod length with heavy spring I am using, I find big difference in checking spring and heavy roller spring
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Re: Push Rod Length: Shorter vs Longer
Same here.steve cowan wrote: ↑Tue Nov 30, 2021 3:29 pm Personally I get pushrod length with heavy spring I am using, I find big difference in checking spring and heavy roller spring
Even 140 lbs on the seat makes a difference.
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