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I am almost done with my first 276 flathead build. I have the bottom end done along with the valve train. I am running Isky Max 1 and Isky springs. I found the adjustable lifters to be loose, so I ordered some new Isky lifters. This first engine has Isky springs set at . 2.00. I had to use the...

I have several used springs that come in at 55 pounds installed height. They are old and used. Should I re-use them with .060 shims for a Max 1 cam or buy new. Who has the deal? Should I just do some 185G springs and let it fly?

I am having a hard time deciding on valve springs for a Merc rebuild. I just ordered an 8CM camsahft from Delta. The specs are 208 effective at .050 with a .338 lift. I ordered some Isky 185 G springs, but they are way to stiff. I then ordered a fairly nice valve rebuilt kit, however, the...

I am building a 4.125 by 3.312 stroker. It will have dual carbs with 43 main jets, and a delta 236 effective at .050 .355 lift cam. Something like a stock Merc cam. I found some NOS fomoco valve springs for $71 shipped. Should I use these or some ISKY g-185s. speak up

I have a 1951 Ford F3. The engine was rebuilt within 5000 miles ago. I think the bore is 3.268. I want to build either a 4.125 or 4.250 stroker. I really do not want to machine the block and prefer just to install a stroker piston with a 3.268 bore. I will source the Eagle crank and H beam...