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Old 11-09-2016, 02:39 AM   #24
Ironangel
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Re: Upgrading a stock 400sb

I think you'll like the 701, they have a mild lope at low idle. Lunati provides a red syrup assembly grease but that stuff seems to run off after a bit of time. I prefer the Isky Rev Lube whenever I'm breaking in a cam & lifters, it sticks way better and is a moly based grease with plenty of zinc (ZDDP) and sulfur. http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Isky-R...4-Oz-,428.html I strongly suggest getting a 4oz can, it goes a long way and is good insurance and assurance that the cam & lifters break in properly and live. Nothing wrong with using the push rods you have but do verify the stock length works. A new set of push rods is only like $40 and again, cheap insurance. http://www.lunatipower.com/ProductGr...5&cid=24&pid=2 If your running guide plates make sure they're in good shape or replace them too. Pay close attention to the lifters instructions and get a good feel for the preload springs. Do Not presoak the new lifters in oil! Isky Rev lube on the bottoms, and that red syrup (assembly lube) on the top and sides. A new tight in the hole lifter can hydro-lock and fail to give a good preload feel or indication if its full of oil with Rev Lube blocking a hole.
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