Rocker arm re-install problem

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Sep 18, 2011 | 01:59 PM

xsportplyer

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Rocker arm re-install problem

I just replaced the head gaskets and studs on my 04 F-350 6.0 PSD. When I was rebuilding the passenger side I noticed there was pressure on the rocker arm in the front of the engine. After looking a little closer I realized that push rod was slightly higher than the others. I didnt see any debris in the engine when I put the head back on, and cant get that push rod to go down any further. The is a decent amount of pressure across the rocker arm and down on the springs. I cant even wiggle it slightly side to side like the rest of them. Any Ideas? Hopefully this can be solved without pulling the head again.....

Sep 18, 2011 | 05:21 PM

cheezit

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From: N. Fort Worth, tx

try turning the egine over by hand yet? there is an issue with lifters pumping up and getting stuck. search function would have found something on this.