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35fordtn · 11-04-2019, 02:08 PM

For the 32-48 engines I use a Arca cam lobe indicator.. Makes it a breeze.. I also REFUSE to use adjustable lifters.. I have found it faster to assemble with non adjustables, and I never have to worry about them loosening up.... not to mention they weigh 1/3 as much.. I never would have ever imagined using non adjustables would save me 2x the amount of assembly time, but thanks to a friend (Jay Temple) teaching me I have learned it truly is way faster..

Usually start to finish, it takes me around a hour presuming the seats are already ground..

I'm not a engine builder by trade but do get to do 4-5 flathead valve jobs a year..

11-04-2019, 02:08 PM	#14
35fordtn Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: McMinnville, TN Posts: 2,327	Re: Flathead Valve Adjusting Methods ??'s For the 32-48 engines I use a Arca cam lobe indicator.. Makes it a breeze.. I also REFUSE to use adjustable lifters.. I have found it faster to assemble with non adjustables, and I never have to worry about them loosening up.... not to mention they weigh 1/3 as much.. I never would have ever imagined using non adjustables would save me 2x the amount of assembly time, but thanks to a friend (Jay Temple) teaching me I have learned it truly is way faster.. Usually start to finish, it takes me around a hour presuming the seats are already ground.. I'm not a engine builder by trade but do get to do 4-5 flathead valve jobs a year..