Lets Crank it up!

Ok what is the best way to set the valve lash on a hyd cam before start up. I am one of the old school guy who likes the hot oil and smoke for setting valve lash. But there has to be a better way. This is a 454 with blower. First start up will be less blower. Yea I know I am chicken! Want to her the old gal crank up first then we will add the goodies. Just wondering if there is a sure shot way to set the lash with out all the hot oil!

Thanks




Grand kids don't know grandpa's spending it!

I figured on old gezzzer could lead another! Almost like a nursing home!

the way i always do it is tighten the rocker till there is no backlash ,( i like spinning the pushrod with my fingers till it stops ) and them tighten 1 turn.