Johnny DCB

You go with Brodix?

GPM

I ran the Pro1 for one season in a N/A motor,lost guides and head gaskets. Gaskets could have been my fault. Switched to the Brodix, I've run them 5 seasons now. I haven't lost a guide, or a gasket. Some people love the Pro1s.

Johnny DCB

My original plan was too use the AFR 357cnc's but they were all of of stock on them and I thought this project was gonna move along faster than it has been.I'll put some thought into it but for now I'll stick with the Pro1's.Looks like CMI will be taking 6-8 weeks to build the headers,thats not a good thing to hear but what can I do.I need them.

I need to learn more about what lifters right now though.Im guessing I will need a centered large bore lifter for my Dart Big M block?Not the offset ones.Will any .903-.937 lifter work in a Big M block,with the right machining?

GPM

I've been runnung the stock .842, 3 seasons with no trouble. I waited 6 months for the 357s and gave up. You might want to look at the new BB3 xtra CNC.

Johnny DCB

I agree,the Brodix might be a better head for my motor.if I dont get the results I want or if I crack and port,Ill be Brodix shopping soon.

I need to find a deal on Jesel lifter right now.Easier said then done though.

Mr Gadgets

Thanks GPM! sounds like a good solution to my situation..

cstraub

I would go with the Manton or Smith Bros. 2 piece tapered pushrods. This way you can tune each pushrod to the proper length.

Chris

Johnny DCB

Good advice,thank you I'll keep this in mind when the time comes.

Mr Gadgets

I called CV and Manton today. I am going to try and use a straight 7/16" push rod, per Manton's suggestion. I am using guide plates, so the tappered ones are not an option as I was told. Next set of heads get the T&D's. For now trying to stay with what I have. If the 7/16" dont fit, then I will use the .135" wall from CV. They have a faster lead time than Manton. I picked up a 7/16" dowel today. When I get it mocked up, I can tell better which way may work. Hey, I could make them out of wood.. maybe that would work?/

Thanks for all the good info guys.. I believe I am headed in the right direction..

Dick

GPM

Mr G, how much spring pressure are you running?