Anybody in USA stock ADJUSTABLE push rods for Rover V8?

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Feb 13, 2018 | 05:33 PM

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earlyrover

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From: Oregon, north of Salem

OverRover, Yes, I know they are expensive----good stuff costs a lot...LOL

Feb 19, 2018 | 12:34 PM

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RoverMasterTech

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Originally Posted by earlyrover

Sixpack577, Yes, I know, it IS a D2, with 4.6 engine. Yes, I know, they have hydraulic lifters, but you still need to adjust clearance with shims under the pedestals, or adjust them with adjustable push rods. I rebuilt several of these engines, so I have been through the rodeo several times.

No you don't.

Feb 19, 2018 | 03:36 PM

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Fast951

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From: Berks County, PA

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Originally Posted by RoverMasterTech

No you don't.

Shimming the pedestals keeps the lifters closer to OEM working tolerance when you've skimmed the heads, block or both. No, they are not required, but they will prolong valve train life in this situation. The adjustable push rods are a waste of time and $200+ IMO.