RE: 3.9l cam plus lifters+pushrods

From: Bernd D. Ratsch (bernd@texas.net)
Date: Sat Mar 31 2001 - 19:10:01 EST


Without having a custom ground cam done....I personally haven't found any
cams for the 96+ 3.9L's.

Yes, the best way to install a new cam is with a new set of lifters and
pushrods. (Not wise to use the old lifters or you may wear out the new
camlobes prematurely.

- Bernd

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of wes weems
Sent: Saturday, March 31, 2001 5:57 PM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: DML: 3.9l cam plus lifters+pushrods

Ok

I dont know if this would be wise to do or not... basically I like the
look/sound of the rough idle you often here in cars with custom cams.... I
was wondering if there was such a thing for a 3.9l v6. Also, if I did this,
would I need new lifters and pushrods? I have basically done everything as
far as engine work goes, but never messed with valves (so this my really be
out of my league) I have a strong background in mechanics.

Soo.... if they DO sell a perfomance (blub blub blub blub idle cam) for my
dakota 3.9l, what might be involved in putting it in?

I would imagine basically getting all the way down to the timing chain
(which really isnt THAT big of a deal) but what about valves/pushrods?

Thanks for any info you guys can help me out wiht
Wes



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