Rocker arms for 408 build
Reviving this for opinions. I was planning to use stock rockers but just not liking how things look. With a .515 lift cam the rocker tip sits with more angle than I like with the valves closed. With shimming up the pedestal I get too much angle with valves open. What I mean by this is the rocker is making contact with only the valve tip edges at the starting or finishing positions.
I'm considering these three options.
PRW steel stud mount rockers (Chevy style). Advantage with polylocks getting nice geometry. Seems weak with 5/16 mounting bolts unless girdle added, requires guideplates. Less expensive. Not sure if they fit under stock valve covers.
0236006 - Dodge 3.2/5.2/5.9 1.65 x 3/8" for Edlebrock Heads, PRW Stainless Steel Rocker Arms
Harland Sharp extruded aluminum pedestal rockers.
Pedestal seems stronger. Pairs on shafts so no guideplates, more stable.
Nonadjustable fits under standard rockers. $420 (I have significant valve height variability, would have to fuss around with push rod lengths)
Adjustable version needs taller valve covers or a spacer. $550 plus valve covers or spacer.
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I'm kinda leaning to the non-adjustable HS and deal with getting the push rod length right.
Input appreciated.