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Old 08-25-2022, 05:35 AM   #2
BRENT in 10-uh-C
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Default Re: valve guides and springs

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Originally Posted by Lawrie View Post
We recently assembled an new A engine, the owner supplied press in guides that were parallel , so required a longer spring, they were for the straight 11/32 valve stem ,these were very nice, but he cant remember where he got them from, would any one know.I have tried the usual suppliers but no luck,
\Lawrie
Have you measured the length of the seat face to the retainer lock grooves on the stem to verify the length? You may find you do not need a longer spring. Also, check your spring pressure at installed height and at .300” lift and compare to O.E. spring rates.
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