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Install the intake manifold and valley pan. The paper gaskets are not needed

Timing the intermediate shaft is important so the distributor rotor is pointing to #1 piston at TDC ready to fire.

What does your cam choice mean to break in? There are many considerations when choosing a cam, and break in is a big one. Don't forget to follow the manufacturers recommendations on cam break in to ensure you don't wipe out the cam and you get years of great performance out of your engine

Checking inside the oil pump before installing. Prime the oil pump with petroleum jelly.

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End play for the rockers on a 440 is .015" - .030" peer rocker

REPOST Installing the lifters and cutting the cut to length pushrods

The rocker rail bolts for Trick Flow heads are all the same length

Using torque transducers and torque adapters to monitor and measure torque ANPUDS Torque Adapters https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXRVFTJM/?th=1

Tips when installing cylinder heads

There are a couple things to pay attention to and check when installing a damper

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this is the final installation of the girdle, checking the oil pickup tube depth clearance, and installing the oil pan

Proper setup is crucial for a girdle. Taking measurements and installing shim packs is the most important step

All front covers are not perfect. The alignment can be off. Center the cover on the crankshaft using the damper

This cam is a flat tappet cam. Finding top dead center and lubing a flat tappet camshaft is very important for break-in.

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Installing file to fit piston rings and pistons

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Organize and keep your pistons in order when assembling the connecting rods. The spiral locks take patience, I use a method I' learned long ago

Crankshaft, rear main seal cap, distributor intermediate shaft bushing installation. Checking the thrust clearance Reinzosil https://www.victorreinz.com/EN/Products/Sealants/REINZOSIL-and-REINZOPLAST.aspx?region

Cam bearing installation in the 440 MOPAR 512 Stroker

Installing the core or freeze plugs in the block. I'm using Vibra-Tite core plug sealant https://www.vibra-tite.com/retaining-compounds/vibra-tite-550-core-plug-sealant-retaining-compound/ Dry Coat Rust Preventative https://www.workshophero.com.au/products/dry-coat-rust-preventative-500ml

Main bearing clearance is important. In this video I use Plastigage to check main bearing clearance

Starting a new engine building series on a big block 440 MOPAR. This series will cover basic engine building and things to check for while building.