Build Your First Engine
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Many first-time builders skip degreeing the cam, opting instead to merely stab it in "straight up" by lining up the dots on the timing gear. Degreeing allows you to verify the grind of the cam and identify any gross problems with timing (which are rare). Degreeing is also useful for checking piston-to-valve clearance, as you'll see later on. We degreed both the stock cam and the Lunati roller provided with the Street Avenger system. We were surprised to find how big the stock 5.0L cam was, measuring 208/212 degrees at 0.050-inch lift, with 0.445/0.445-inch lift at the valve with the stock 1.6:1 stamped rockers. With 218/228 degrees of duration at 0.050, the Lunati cam is not radically bigger, but it provides much greater lift--0.536/0.536. View Related Article
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Dodge Charger Research
When looking for your next vehicle, think about the Dodge Charger, a stylish car with nice features. With available rebates and prices, you can find a new Charger for $25,080.00. It comes with a standard Automatic transmission, and RWD drivetrain. You also might want to research the Pontiac Grand Prix and the Chrysler Crossfire.
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