Shim Kit - Rocker Arm Pedestal

The Shim Kit - Rocker Arm Pedestal is a precision component specifically designed for small block Ford engines utilizing pedestal-mount rocker arms. This kit is essential for maintaining proper valve train clearance and geometry, particularly in classic and performance Ford engine builds. Proper rocker arm shimming is crucial for ensuring correct valve lash and preventing valve float, which can lead to costly engine damage.

This steel shim kit offers four precision thickness options—0.010, 0.020, 0.030, and 0.040 inches—allowing for stacking and combining shims to achieve the desired rocker arm height. The durable steel construction withstands the high-frequency cycling and thermal stress of engine operation. The shimming process compensates for manufacturing tolerances in cylinder head decks and rocker pedestals, ensuring accurate and repeatable valve lash settings.

Engine builders and restoration specialists benefit from this shim kit when working on small block Ford applications. Installation requires careful measurement of existing rocker arm geometry and calculation of the required shim stack height, making it an ideal task during initial engine assembly or complete top-end service. This shim kit is a reliable solution for optimizing engine performance and longevity.