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Old Apr 19, 2003 | 06:27 PM
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Can my 85 hydraulic cam block be converted to a hydraulic roller cam? If so what parts do I need? Any machine work needed? What would be the cost? I would build an 87-up block, but I already have a 383 and don't want to build another. Thanks in advance for any help or thoughts.
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Old Apr 19, 2003 | 06:31 PM
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Cam button and retro roller lifters.
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Old Apr 19, 2003 | 06:40 PM
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im using a roller cam in my 73 block with comp cams retro roller lifters, crane needle bearing cam button and works fine.
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Old Apr 20, 2003 | 03:42 AM
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No big deal just use the Crane, Comp, or whoever retro-fit hyd. roller tappets, and cam thrust button. Be sure to use the correct timing set for the cam nose you have too
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Default Re: Retro roller (eguyett1985)

Thanks for the help. Can I use any hydraulic roller cam, or do I need a "special" cam for my hydr. block?
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