3.8 Pushrod install question
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3.8 Pushrod install question
I just got the heads back from the machine shop for my 3.8 OHV and I'm ready to put everything back together. I have a questions about installing the pushrods properly. I know it says to rotate the engine until each tappet is bottomed out and then tighten the pushrod. Can't I just snug them with the cam in it's current position and torque them to specs in small levels all around? I would think that would be easier and avoid any timing issues when I start it up? Am I missing anything here? After my 390FE pushrod nightmare I want to avoid any problems. Thanks for any input.
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