Thanks Bernd. This will likely be the end of any performance upgrades other
than tune-up issues. I don't anticipate changing anything else. Who is a
good supplier for this package, Summit, perhaps? and would the 1.7 still be
my best choice, with the engine staying basically stock, other than the FIPK
and catback?
Eric Luce
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@texas.net>
To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
Sent: Friday, March 28, 2003 10:50 PM
Subject: DML: RE: roller rockers
>
> Definitely a good upgrade.
>
> Crane/Mopar or Crower are the best choices with the Crowers being the
> top-dogs. Stay away from the shaft roller conversions as they do not
> allow for adjustability. You can also find the rockers in 1.6, 1.65,
> 1.7, 1.72, 1.8, and 1.9:1 ratios (just need to know which ones to get).
>
> Recommendation: 1.7:1 Crowers with the Crane Stud Kit (Saves on the
> pocket book a little bit and will work well together - verified with
> Crower and Crane on this combination). If you're going to use
> guideplates, definitely upgrade the pushrods to hardened models - stock
> length will work as you can adjust the rockers.
>
> One thing to keep in mind is if you plan on changing out the cam at some
> point...if you do, stick with the 1.6:1 Rollers.
>
> - Bernd
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of Eric Luce
> Sent: Friday, March 28, 2003 9:38 PM
> To: dml@dakota-truck.net
> Subject: DML: roller rockers
>
>
>
> Hi. I am considering upgrading to the 1.7 roller rockers sometime this
> summer. I've seen a few posts from others that have already done so,
> and was wondering what kind of feedback they might have concerning this
> upgrade alone. Are these dealer items or aftermarket? If aftermarket,
> who is a good supplier? Would I also need hardened pushrods and/or
> other hardened hardware pieces for this upgrade? Comments anyone ???
> I'm not looking on
> going real wild with upgrades beyond this one. Thanks in advance for
> any
> input !
>
> Eric Luce
> '99 Dak CC, SLT
> 5.2L, auto, 4X2
> K&N FIPK, catback, 180* thermostat
>
>
>
>
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