[Fot] valve train

[John Wagner]

    As some of you might know the purple TR3 had it's share of valve train problems at RA. Turns out the plug in the rocker shaft came loose and starved no. 1 rocker arm, we missed the K cup S---. But thanks to Joe we were able to make the group 2 race. After some  close inspection of all related parts, I found  something interesting. We use .875 FE block Ford lifters (352-428) This lifters has a 5/16 dia. push rod cup,triumph push rod are much larger, closer to 1/2 dia.  The triumph push rods never created a problem but it is not right. The push rods have no sign of ware, other then a shinny ring. For all of you that use |Ford lifters You might want to check this. Our plan know is to up grade to roller rockers and new push rods. I talked to Richard Good about a complete assembly for TR2-4. He has rockers and shafts but no pedestals,"BUT" he is willing to design and build billet pedestals. So If anyone out there in FOT land that might be
 interested in a kit or just new "Good" pedestals send him a note. 
    Now for the big question, Ford used two types of lifters the shell type,like we use or a solid ,hour glass style with about a 1.5in. shorter push rod, so if we have to replace push rods, why not go with the solid lifters (about $80),yes there are a little heavier,but the rod will be lighter and much more stronger. WHAT SAY YOU. 

     Thank you
     John Wagner
     Just the wrench
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