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Old Apr 16, 2022 | 11:44 AM
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My setup:
L31 new GM Vortec heads L98 corvette engine
Replaced original push in studs with ARP 3/8 Rocker Arm Stud Kit.
used GM performance aluminum roller rockers 19210728.
the rockers are touching the rear side of the cover (intake side). when the push rod is up. i have the center bolt covers.
original none roller ones will clear.
anyone had a similar issue? any ideas

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ak

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engine type l98 corvette
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The installation notes for those rockers clearly state that they do not fit under a standard height valve cover.
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yes I'm aware of that. but the Hight is not the problem. it is touching the rear side about 3/4" from the bottom. not height issues at all. unless the tall cover has is wider near the base. maybe this is the issue
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Can you simply clearance the inside of the valve cover w/a die grinder or similar?
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