Valve train geometry

[T Bredehoft]

Is that a Studebaker in your avatar?

Absolutely. My wife and I went on our honeymoon in 1960 in it. 232 V8, 3 speed with overdrive.

 

[eugene13]

I've always wanted an Avanti.

 

[eugene13]

Now that the valves are done the head needs installed and the cam timed to the crank. Esslinger Engineering recommends a straight edge be balanced on the #1 cylinder cam lobes, measuring equal distance down to the gasket rails in both sides of the head. I also use a dial indicator to keep track of top dead center. This will get me close enough that the engine will run, and I can fine tune it with the adjustable cam gear. Here's the fixture I use to reach inside the spark plug hole.