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Old 08-22-2017, 01:18 PM   #1
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Hi Guys. Can i use stock valve springs with an isky max 1 cam in an otherwise stock 8ba? Thanks, mike
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Old 08-22-2017, 02:09 PM   #2
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If they are the Ford springs and if they are not shimmed into coil bind, yes.
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Old 08-22-2017, 03:22 PM   #3
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I don't see why not. I use stock springs withe the L-100 and a .060" shim
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Old 08-22-2017, 06:42 PM   #4
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Been using them in mine for a little over 30 years. Working great.
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Old 08-23-2017, 06:49 AM   #5
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Thanks JWL, Ron, and 4t8v8 for the "short & sweet" replies on the valve spring / Max 1 issue. Much appreciated !!! mike
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