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Old 02-14-2026, 09:01 AM
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Yes, for solids be it roller or flat tappet that’s the way to do it.

With a hydro be it roller or flat tappet you run a very light checking spring so that the plunger does not compress.

Then once you find the length push rod needed you add .050” to that unless you plan on running near zero lash.

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