So I did a compression test on the Cougar.
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So I did a compression test on the Cougar.
60 psi in the #1 cylinder, didn't even bother to continue.
I'll admit that I don't know much about Fords, but I did know the valvetrain is relatively non-adjustable...
...but didn't fucking realize, nor was I told by the machine shop that shaved my heads, that the valves will sit open slightly if the heads are shaved...
[sigh] I don't know what to do besides ask grandma and grandpa for a small loan to get something to cart me around, I'm worried about loosing my job. I don't even have a ride for tomorrow, nor do I even have money to pay for a dam cab!
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I'll admit that I don't know much about Fords, but I did know the valvetrain is relatively non-adjustable...
...but didn't fucking realize, nor was I told by the machine shop that shaved my heads, that the valves will sit open slightly if the heads are shaved...
[sigh] I don't know what to do besides ask grandma and grandpa for a small loan to get something to cart me around, I'm worried about loosing my job. I don't even have a ride for tomorrow, nor do I even have money to pay for a dam cab!
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Yea I know, but I don't remember how much was shaved. From what i DO remember one head was a significant amount while the other was around 30...
I don't feel confortable shimming the rockers, so my buddy offered to 'lend' me his heads until payday and then buy them from him. Looks like thats the route I'll be going...
I don't feel confortable shimming the rockers, so my buddy offered to 'lend' me his heads until payday and then buy them from him. Looks like thats the route I'll be going...
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i'd either look for a new set of heads or what about thicker head gaskets? i don't know a whole lot about the 302's, but it might be a thought.
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good deal.
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91 ranger, 88 tc 2.3 turbo, stroked, bored, 5.5" crower connecting rods, wiseco 8.0:1 dished pistons, total seal .030 rings, fully ported iron big valve head, racer walsh turbo roller cam, bobs log, holset wh1c, fmic, full 3" exhaust. not really a whole lot left to do.
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Wouldn't different length push rods solve this?
I'm a ohc guy so i'm not exactly sure what would cause his problem other then the push rod pushing the valve open a bit. If thats the case a set oif push rods can't be that much and should swap easier then heads.
I'm a ohc guy so i'm not exactly sure what would cause his problem other then the push rod pushing the valve open a bit. If thats the case a set oif push rods can't be that much and should swap easier then heads.
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thats what i was thinkin...
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Just go pick up someone's E7s for 25 bucks, spray 'em down with carb cleaner, buzz em down with a wirewheel, and bolt 'em up. Whats the big deal?
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makes sense.
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91 ranger, 88 tc 2.3 turbo, stroked, bored, 5.5" crower connecting rods, wiseco 8.0:1 dished pistons, total seal .030 rings, fully ported iron big valve head, racer walsh turbo roller cam, bobs log, holset wh1c, fmic, full 3" exhaust. not really a whole lot left to do.
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