Roller rocker arms

[loneagle]

I'm thinking about adding a set of Scorpion roller rockers to replace my stock ones. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... :IT&ih=022
I heard that these only last around 40,000 miles and are not a good idea for a street car. Is this true?

 

[v8power]

they will last just fine, be sure to install them to the right tightness, which is usually to the push rod is snug, then a 1/4 turn. and always remember to use a dab of white grease wherever there is going to be contact.

 

[beeterolds]

dont forget to add pushrod guideplates...otherwise the rockers will walk all over the place!

 

[85 Cutlass Brougham]

I have a set of Comp's Magnum Roller tip rockers in my SBC and am quite happy with them. They may not have a roller fulcrum, but they look like they are well made and should last a long time. I also have had a set in my AMC 360 for over 10 years and never had an issue with them. They are the same money, but made by an established manufacturer. Also for around the same price, Summit has some generic ones as well. In my opinion, it is usually better to deal with a established company or vendor when purchasing parts unless there is a very significant price difference. Oh, and IIRC, the S/R torquer heads do not need guideplates as they have this function built in to the pushrod hole. I don't have them on my heads and have never had an issue.

 

[loneagle]

Thanks for the advice!

The scorpions are a top of the line rocker. Made in the USA. Did a google search and lots of folks like em!

http://www.scorpionperformance.com/newsite/index.html