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Gasoline Fumes · 08-22-2014, 08:57 AM

I advanced my ignition and cam timing. And also increased valve lash. I guess there could be more cam wear, but I have plenty of extra camshafts. The big difference, while not as easy, was the 8-valve conversion.

08-22-2014, 08:57 AM	#2 (permalink)
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