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Re: 85 Chev MH 5.7L toasted #5 piston: Why?
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 4/13/2005

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Generally, they make the valve timing run later, due to the negating effect on the valvespring. Perhaps the valve is seated for less time as a result, reducing heat transfer in a critical application ... Login to read more.