Thread: Rebuiding '98 350 Vortec

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Do you know the best procedure for adjusting the roller rockers on this engine to start out?

Originally Posted by BM75862

Does anyone know the proper procedure of torqueing the heads on this motor?

Originally Posted by DennyW

Same way you would standard rockers with a hydraulic cam, or solid lift cam.

Break up the torque on the heads. Like if it is 65lbs, do it in three steps. First time around, 30 lbs. Second time around, 50 lbs. Third time, 65 lbs. Let it set a few minutes, and recheck torque at 65 lbs, or as specified by the heads you are using, and the gasket manufacturer's procedure.

I think I asked the question wrong. I need to know about the rocker lash. I think it calls for zero lash, but i need to know a good starting point on adjusting the rocker arms before I start the engine. Thanks for all your help on this! BM75862