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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #75 on: September 02 2021, 03:55:14 PM »
Nah, I never knew who else to check for besides those two companies 

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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #76 on: September 14 2021, 02:35:17 PM »
Ok, so I cancelled my order at Full Throttle. Good news is that a member here locally had a new one in box so I'm no longer searching for a front cover. I just ordered the bolt kit and some extra gaskets. I'll keep you all posted on this progress. Thanks for tuning in

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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #77 on: September 30 2021, 09:25:10 AM »
We had to do some grinding on some of the cam lobes due to some of the adjacent lobes interfering with the lifters

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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #78 on: September 30 2021, 09:29:18 AM »
Not sure I have heard of that problem
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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #79 on: September 30 2021, 03:38:22 PM »
I should've taken photos. When the lifter is rolling on the cam, the adjacent lobe comes too close to the lifter, and in some cases, it hits. Bison did warn me of checking clearances though, so it was expected. 

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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #80 on: September 30 2021, 03:39:02 PM »
it's just grinding down some of the sidewall of the lobes.

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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #81 on: November 17 2021, 02:43:30 PM »
And we're at the point of measuring for the pushrods. Just thought I'd add that to this thread since it's been so long since I've posted. I hope everything is going great with everyone on here! I'm nearing the finish line

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« Reply #82 on: November 17 2021, 03:49:47 PM »
well hurry up and cross that finish line!
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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #83 on: November 19 2021, 02:26:04 PM »
I agree. This has been drug out due to the lead time on everything I've purchased. 

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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #84 on: November 23 2021, 10:46:30 AM »
Ok, we degreed the cam and everything looks good!! Front cover and heads next! I'm getting excited gentlemen!! 

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« Reply #85 on: November 23 2021, 10:53:02 AM »
You should be!  Getting close!
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« Reply #86 on: November 29 2021, 11:26:40 PM »
I have a lot more but I will leave it here for now

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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #87 on: December 22 2021, 09:10:44 AM »
We have officially measured for the pushrods. Ordering those up and installing as soon as we get them. This process wouldn't have taken so long had I not waited forever for the heads.

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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #88 on: December 22 2021, 09:25:51 AM »
Also, any ideas on why my blower motor has constant voltage to it? I literally unplugged it because it wouldn't turn off...even when the car is off. I tested the voltage and it's on full blast all the time. I do have the digital climate control, and I installed that expensive heater blower resistor for the digital climate years ago. I just wanted to address this while the motor was out. Any ideas?

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Re: Update on future build
« Reply #89 on: December 22 2021, 09:26:13 AM »
Sounds pretty normal for the heads :(
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