Thanks for the info !! May be using it soon.
Eric
----- Original Message -----
From: <srp@cox.net>
To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
Sent: Monday, March 31, 2003 11:34 AM
Subject: Re: DML: Re: RE: roller rockers
>
> Eric, I sell Crowers--- checkout my website www.socaldakota.com. You
have to modify your stock covers slightly to clear the tops of the studs
(knock in the oil baffles)--- or run MoPar Perf. valve covers. I offer both
the Mopar covers, as well as a stock modified cover (powdercoated in a
variety of colors)-- to make it as easy as possible of an install.
>
> I can walk you though it, and offer complete phone support on the weekends
(got free minutes on the week ends-- and I'm usually available-- except when
changing my son's diapers!)
>
> Sam
>
> www.socaldakota.com
>
> >
> > From: "Eric Luce" <ontheluce@adelphia.net>
> > Date: 2003/03/28 Fri PM 11:30:32 EST
> > To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
> > Subject: DML: Re: RE: roller rockers
> >
> >
> > 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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