No oil bath for the lifters. I was thinking the lifter preload was supposed to be done without being pumped up.....maybe something to do next time.
I felt for exhaust leaks but didn't notice anything. Since I am using used headers it is possible that I have a crack.
Since the noise seems to be kind of contained, like it is inside the valve cover, I still think it's more likely coming from the inside.
How loud? Wish I could give an audio. It's noticeable from all the way across the garage. Not a small "tick".
What about this "degreeing the cam". Could that be a factor? The noise is progressively better as I advance the timing.
Thanks again,
Dan
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