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  1. 01-14-2008 07:27 PM #1
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    I had a lifter going flat. It was like an intake leak. Didn't notice it 'till I pulled the valve cover when it was running. You could see it plain as day. Would image valve float would have the same symptom under light loads.
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  2. 01-15-2008 03:15 AM #2
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    I would like to add everytime you "float" your springs it will accur earlier the next time you decide to rev. the engine up.
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