Governer Springs
#32
Although, Figure 106 looked different than what's I saw, on my truck... and where I/we got stuck. And the instructions also seems to assume you know things (such as the last sentence of step number 22, for example. As in, what idle screw?) Also it doesn't explain what happens if you install the springs too tight or too lose. Or if you drop a shim in the pump. And the pictures are obviously from a pump that hasn't been installed, nor in the position that it's really going to be.
Also, I found if you go to the wrong site... they'll charge as much as 200 bucks for the kit and separate the 3K kit from the 4K kit . I guess they just don't include the third pair of small springs with the 3K kit, nor tell you that the last set of springs is all that determines the max RPM. (and in those example seems they forgot to modify the description, too. If that's not a sign post to stay away, I don't know what is.)
Last edited by Threesixty; 03-24-2010 at 01:38 PM.
#33
Very good, this is a job I'll probably tackle myself. Although my concern is just what you said what if you drop a shim? I should be able to handle the measurement as I've used calipers in many jobs. so from what I see you start with the small spring and work outward and replace all 3 if you're choosing the 4k kit? Also is it easier to get the spring and then the shim afterward?
#34
That other links I've left, in a previous post, had a bit to say about that.... if it happens I'll link it again.
However, any advice from me is really the blind leading the blind, you know.
However, any advice from me is really the blind leading the blind, you know.
Last edited by Threesixty; 03-24-2010 at 05:41 PM.
#35
#37
I'm not over thinking anything. I've learned from mistakes in the past to make sure I've got the information I need before taking on a first time project rather that tearing something apart that I have no info about. I will be getting this done in the next couple weeks. Also info on changing the Valve springs, as far as the process of changing them. I do know how to remove the valve covers so we can skip that step. Thanks guys.
#38
#39
The springs are pretty easy to install, just a little tough to get to. Just make sure you have a pencil magnet. You should also have a dial caliper or something to measure with, to make sure you get the retainers in the right place. Measure the exposed stud length before and after. It should be about .050.
The valve springs take longer to install, but are still pretty easy. Just make sure you have the right valve spring compressor, that makes a big difference on 5 & 6. The barring tool is nice to have too.
The valve springs take longer to install, but are still pretty easy. Just make sure you have the right valve spring compressor, that makes a big difference on 5 & 6. The barring tool is nice to have too.