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Old 03-30-2008 | 03:05 PM
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polly lock ???

how many threads should the poly lock engage to be adequate?
Old 03-30-2008 | 04:16 PM
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Re: polly lock ???

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Old 03-30-2008 | 05:14 PM
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Re: polly lock ???

how far should they thread on the rocker studs?
Old 03-30-2008 | 11:37 PM
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Re: polly lock ???

anyone got any opinions on this??
Old 03-31-2008 | 12:29 AM
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Re: polly lock ???

oh well. guess i'll just have to see what happens. Thanks
Old 03-31-2008 | 08:22 AM
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Re: polly lock ???

I would suggest at least enough threads to cover whatever the diameter of the stud is. If 3/8", then at least 3/8" length.
Old 03-31-2008 | 08:49 AM
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Re: polly lock ???

On my engine combo (Crane roller rockers & ARP 3/8" rocker studs), I have .600" of rocker stud / poly-lock thread engagement.
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