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Roller Rockers - 95 SSei

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Old 12-21-2005, 01:11 PM
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Okay.. so according to Pat, the 95 SSEi has 1:6 ratio roller rockers.

Assuming that I had the supporting exhaust modifications completed, would 1:72 roller rockers be a good upgrade? What would higher ratio rockers do for performance?
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Default Re: Roller Rockers - 95 SSei

Originally Posted by Mortehl
Okay.. so according to Pat, the 95 SSEi has 1:6 ratio roller rockers.

Assuming that I had the supporting exhaust modifications completed, would 1:72 roller rockers be a good upgrade? What would higher ratio rockers do for performance?
higher ratio rockers would increase hp output, mostly at higer rpms by opening the valves wider. you wouldnt see much, maybe 5-10hp increse with the 1.72
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also....

Stock rockers have a metal tip that drags across the valve tip. This creates high side loading on the valve and increased power loss due to friction.


Roller rockers have a needle roller bearing on the tip that effectively eliminates these problems. Reduced friction means less parasitic loss and less heat.

Kit comes complete with everything needed to install including all retainers and valve cover spacers.
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